On March 20, 2004, a Cessna 172P (registration N62058) was involved in an aviation accident near Zelienople, PA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During landing flare, the airplane bounced after adding flaps and trimming nose up. The pilot added power but the airplane descended abruptly, shattering the nose wheel and striking the propeller. No mechanical issues were reported.
Accident Overview
The incident occurred during the landing phase. The pilot was on short final approach and added the last notch of flaps. The airplane was trimmed nose-up to reduce airspeed.
Sequence of Events
During the landing flare, the pilot reported that "it felt like the bottom fell out," and the airplane bounced on the runway. The pilot then attempted to add power. At the same time, the airplane descended back to the runway abruptly. The nose wheel shattered upon impact, and the propeller struck the runway.
Post-Accident Observations
The airplane slid to rest on the remaining runway. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to or during the incident.
What happened in the 20 Mar 2004 Cessna 172P accident near Zelienople, PA?
During landing flare, the airplane bounced after adding flaps and trimming nose up. The pilot added power but the airplane descended abruptly, shattering the nose wheel and striking the propeller. No mechanical issues were reported.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Mar 2004 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N62058, at Zelienople, PA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
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