On June 22, 2003, a Cessna 172L (registration N912KD) operated by Check Six Aviation, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near San Antonio, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot misjudged his altitude and airspeed, and his failure to perform a go-around. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a simulated forced landing from downwind, a pilot landed long and fast on a 2,880-foot grass airstrip, overran the runway, and struck a fence post.
Event Description
A pilot was performing a simulated forced landing from the downwind position for runway 31. The pilot set the engine power to idle and turned the airplane toward the runway. The airstrip consisted of a 2,880-foot-long and 100-foot-wide grass surface. During the landing, the airplane touched down "long and fast." The pilot subsequently "failed to stop, and hit [a] fence post at the end of the runway."
Weather Conditions
The weather observation facility at the departure airport reported the wind from 180 degrees at 8 knots. Density altitude was calculated to be 2,352 feet.
Safety Recommendations
The operator/owner of the airplane provided a safety recommendation stating: "Better pilot judgment, electing to do a go-around rather than land long."
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 22 Jun 2003 Cessna 172L accident near San Antonio, TX?
During a simulated forced landing from downwind, a pilot landed long and fast on a 2,880-foot grass airstrip, overran the runway, and struck a fence post.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Jun 2003 involved a Cessna 172L, registration N912KD, operated by Check Six Aviation, Inc., at San Antonio, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot misjudged his altitude and airspeed, and his failure to perform a go-around.
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