Casualties unknown

Runway Excursion and Nose-Over Following Long Landing (N9970V)

Griffin, GA, US

On April 16, 2006, a Cessna 172 M (registration N9970V) was involved in an aviation accident near Griffin, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to achieve the proper touchdown point, which resulted in an overrun of the runway, collision with an embankment, and subsequent nose over. 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

A pilot performed a go-around, then attempted a full-stop landing but landed long, applied heavy braking, skidded over an embankment, and nosed over. No mechanical issues were reported.

Accident Sequence

After takeoff, the pilot kept the airplane in the traffic pattern. One go-around was performed. On the second approach, the pilot intended to execute a full-stop landing. The pilot reported that the airplane landed long on the runway. The pilot then slammed on the brakes, causing the airplane to skid over an embankment. The airplane subsequently nosed over.

Pilot's Report

The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions prior to the accident. In response to a question about prevention, the pilot replied that landing on the first third of the runway would have prevented the accident.

Additional Information

The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, location, date, time of day, weather conditions, or any occupant injuries. The accident sequence is based entirely on the pilot's account. The go-around was completed without incident. The heavy braking resulted in a skid and excursion off the runway surface, ending with the nose-over.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Apr 2006 Cessna 172 M accident near Griffin, GA?

A pilot performed a go-around, then attempted a full-stop landing but landed long, applied heavy braking, skidded over an embankment, and nosed over. No mechanical issues were reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Apr 2006 involved a Cessna 172 M, registration N9970V, at Griffin, GA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to achieve the proper touchdown point, which resulted in an overrun of the runway, collision with an embankment, and subsequent nose over.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20060627X00827. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.