On July 3, 2007, a Cessna 172S (registration N619TH) operated by Air Center OF Salt Lake was involved in an aviation accident near Spanish Fork, UT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's misjudged landing flare resulting in a porpoise and hard touchdown. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot experienced a bounced landing, followed by a go-around and subsequent landing. Post-flight inspection revealed a flat nose tire, bent axle, and damaged firewall.
Accident Details
A student pilot was conducting a training flight when the accident occurred. According to the certified flight instructor who witnessed the event, the student's approach appeared normal. However, upon touchdown, the airplane entered a series of bounces. The student pilot then executed a go-around and later returned for a landing.
Damage Examination
After the flight, a post-incident examination of the airplane revealed damage to the nose wheel assembly and structure. The nose wheel tire was observed to be flat. Additionally, the wheel's axle and the firewall were found bent. The airplane sustained substantial damage during the sequence of events.
What happened in the 3 Jul 2007 Cessna 172S accident near Spanish Fork, UT?
A student pilot experienced a bounced landing, followed by a go-around and subsequent landing. Post-flight inspection revealed a flat nose tire, bent axle, and damaged firewall.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Jul 2007 involved a Cessna 172S, registration N619TH, operated by Air Center OF Salt Lake, at Spanish Fork, UT.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's misjudged landing flare resulting in a porpoise and hard touchdown.
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