2007-07-14: Cessna 180 — Marble, CO

Casualties unknown • Marble, CO, US

Probable cause

The pilot misjudging his altitude and his failure to maintain control of the airplane, resulting in a hard landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the excessive descent rate, and the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot made his landing approach to runway 08 at 65 mph IAS and "moderate" power. He misjudged his altitude and was too high. He crossed the runway threshold approximately 35 feet above, applied full flaps, and reduced power to idle. The airplane sank and "a small amount" of power was applied initially. Then, "significant power" was applied. The airplane impacted on the runway 150 feet past the threshold and bounced. It contacted the runway again in a right wing-low attitude, swerved 90 degrees to the right, and skidded to a halt.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2007-07-14 Cessna 180 accident near Marble, CO?

The pilot made his landing approach to runway 08 at 65 mph IAS and "moderate" power. He misjudged his altitude and was too high. He crossed the runway threshold approximately 35 feet above, applied full flaps, and reduced power to idle. The airplane sank and "a small amount" of power was applied initially. Then,…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2007-07-14 involved a Cessna 180, registration N3196D, at Marble, CO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot misjudging his altitude and his failure to maintain control of the airplane, resulting in a hard landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the excessive descent rate, and the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070807X01127. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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