On March 27, 2003, a Cessna 172S (registration N613SP) operated by 613SP Aviation, Llc was involved in an aviation accident near Cleveland, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a landing attempt, a student pilot flared high, causing the airplane to drop and bounce on the runway. Inspection revealed a wrinkled firewall and damaged propeller blade tips.
Incident Overview
A student pilot experienced a hard landing sequence that resulted in structural damage to the airplane. The incident occurred during a landing attempt when the pilot flared too high, causing the aircraft to drop onto the runway. The airplane then bounced three or four times before coming to a stop.
Aircraft Damage
Subsequent examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. Additionally, the tips of the propeller blades were damaged. No other damage was reported.
Pilot Information
The student pilot reported a total of 25 flight hours, all of which were in the same make and model of the aircraft involved in the incident. The pilot also stated that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane prior to the landing attempt.
What happened in the 27 Mar 2003 Cessna 172S accident near Cleveland, OH?
During a landing attempt, a student pilot flared high, causing the airplane to drop and bounce on the runway. Inspection revealed a wrinkled firewall and damaged propeller blade tips.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Mar 2003 involved a Cessna 172S, registration N613SP, operated by 613SP Aviation, Llc, at Cleveland, OH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
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