Casualties unknown

Pilot executes go-around after hard bounce on first landing (N379BF)

Lake IN The Hil, IL, US

On September 9, 2004, a Cessna 182T (registration N379BF) was involved in an aviation accident near Lake IN The Hil, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the excessive descent rate resulting in a hard landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot experienced a hard bounce during the initial landing attempt due to excessive speed and late flare, prompting an immediate go-around with full power application.

What happened

The pilot reported that during the first landing attempt, the aircraft's rate of descent was inadequate while maintaining higher than desired airspeed. In response, the pilot reduced power further but found that the flare occurred too late. Consequently, the aircraft bounced off both the front and main wheels with significant force.

Upon feeling the impact, the pilot immediately applied partial power to stabilize the situation. The aircraft bounced a second time, which prompted the decision to execute a go-around. The pilot then applied full power for ascent to continue the flight.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Sept 2004 Cessna 182T accident near Lake IN The Hil, IL?

A pilot experienced a hard bounce during the initial landing attempt due to excessive speed and late flare, prompting an immediate go-around with full power application.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Sept 2004 involved a Cessna 182T, registration N379BF, at Lake IN The Hil, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the excessive descent rate resulting in a hard landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20041008X01604. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.