Casualties unknown

Pilot Aborts Landing After Aircraft Veers, Encounters Jammed Elevator (N80802)

Marysville, OH, US

On June 26, 2005, a Cessna 172M (registration N80802) operated by Prime Aero Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Marysville, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane veered right after touchdown, striking runway signs and lights during an aborted landing. The pilot later discovered a jammed elevator but landed safely after declaring an emergency.

Landing and Veer

As the airplane crossed the runway threshold, the pilot leveled the pitch attitude and began to flare for landing. The airplane touched down approximately 1,500 feet from the runway threshold, then veered to the right. It crossed over grass adjacent to the runway, heading toward a crowd of people.

Aborted Landing and Damage

The pilot decided to abort the landing. During the go-around, the airplane came into contact with a runway edge light, a direction sign for the runway exit, and a taxiway location sign.

Jammed Elevator

Following the initial climb, the pilot determined that the elevator was jammed. However, he was able to control the altitude of the airplane by adding power to climb and reducing power to descend. After gaining control, he declared an emergency.

Final Landing

The final approach, flare, and landing were uneventful.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Jun 2005 Cessna 172M accident near Marysville, OH?

An airplane veered right after touchdown, striking runway signs and lights during an aborted landing. The pilot later discovered a jammed elevator but landed safely after declaring an emergency.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Jun 2005 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N80802, operated by Prime Aero Inc., at Marysville, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050708X00963. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.