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Bounced Landing and Runway Excursion during Go-Around Attempt (N795WW)

Brainerd, MN, US

On August 10, 2005, a Cirrus Design Corp. SR20 (registration N795WW) operated by Robert B. Whitmore was involved in an aviation accident near Brainerd, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The delayed go-around and inadequate flare by the pilot 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 sustained substantial damage after a bounced landing and excursion from runway 30, followed by a go-around attempt that resulted in a veer into grass.

Event Description

A pilot experienced a hard landing while over the runway numbers, causing the airplane to porpoise and bounce upward. Upon settling onto the runway, the airplane appeared to move off the west side of runway 30, with the left tire and nose wheel potentially contacting the adjacent grass area. The pilot immediately applied power to attempt a go-around.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that when the go-around was initiated, the airplane immediately veered into the grass and failed to gain altitude. The airplane came to rest south of the intersection of runways 12/30 and 5/23.

Damage

The airplane sustained substantial damage on impact with terrain during the sequence of events.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Aug 2005 Cirrus Design Corp. SR20 accident near Brainerd, MN?

An airplane sustained substantial damage after a bounced landing and excursion from runway 30, followed by a go-around attempt that resulted in a veer into grass.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Aug 2005 involved a Cirrus Design Corp. SR20, registration N795WW, operated by Robert B. Whitmore, at Brainerd, MN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The delayed go-around and inadequate flare by the pilot during landing.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050815X01246. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.