No fatalities

Pilot Reports Porpoising and Bouncing During Landing on Runway 7R (N172FL)

Daytona Beach, FL, US

On March 31, 2006, a Cessna 172N (registration N172FL) was involved in an aviation accident near Daytona Beach, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper landing flare/touchdown, which resulted in the airplane porpoising and incurring damage. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot reported a high final approach to runway 7R, followed by five porpoising and bouncing cycles upon touchdown. Post-landing inspection revealed substantial damage to the airplane, with no mechanical failures noted.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during the final approach to land on runway 7R, the airplane was high. Upon touchdown, the airplane began to porpoise and bounce, continuing through approximately five cycles. After landing, an examination of the airplane revealed that it had incurred substantial damage.

Pilot Statement

According to the pilot, prior to the accident, there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems. The pilot attributed the porpoising and bouncing to the high approach condition.

Examination Findings

The post-accident examination confirmed substantial damage to the airplane. No other issues were identified with the aircraft's structure or systems.

Additional Details

No further information regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, or occupants was provided in the initial report. The time of day, weather conditions, and air traffic control involvement were also not specified.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Mar 2006 Cessna 172N accident near Daytona Beach, FL?

A pilot reported a high final approach to runway 7R, followed by five porpoising and bouncing cycles upon touchdown. Post-landing inspection revealed substantial damage to the airplane, with no mechanical failures noted.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Mar 2006 Cessna 172N accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Mar 2006 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N172FL, at Daytona Beach, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper landing flare/touchdown, which resulted in the airplane porpoising and incurring damage.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20060525X00620. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.