On May 1, 2002, a Cessna 182Q (registration N4468N) was involved in an aviation accident near Teterboro, NJ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper flare and his improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a crosswind landing to runway 1, the pilot reported a hard touchdown, veer, and hard bounces. Post-incident inspection revealed damage to the propeller, nose landing gear, and firewall. No mechanical issues were reported.
Incident Description
The pilot was conducting a crosswind landing on runway 1. The pilot reported that the airplane touched down hard, veered to the right, and then began to bounce. The aircraft came to rest on the runway after these events. The pilot characterized the bounces as "hard."
Inspection Findings
An examination of the airplane was performed following the incident. Damage was observed on the propeller, the nose landing gear, and the firewall. The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane associated with the event.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the incident, the wind at the airport was reported from 350 degrees at 15 knots, with gusts up to 20 knots.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 1 May 2002 Cessna 182Q accident near Teterboro, NJ?
During a crosswind landing to runway 1, the pilot reported a hard touchdown, veer, and hard bounces. Post-incident inspection revealed damage to the propeller, nose landing gear, and firewall. No mechanical issues were reported.
Were there any fatalities in the 1 May 2002 Cessna 182Q accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 May 2002 involved a Cessna 182Q, registration N4468N, at Teterboro, NJ.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper flare and his improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.