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Beech F33A accident at LA Verne, CA, 8 Sept 2007 (N7298R)

LA Verne, CA, US

On September 8, 2007, a Beech F33A (registration N7298R) was involved in an aviation accident near LA Verne, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An improper flare during touchdown and an inadequate bounced landing recovery. Contributing to the accident was an excessive airspeed and an inadvertent porpoise. 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 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

An improper flare during touchdown and an inadequate bounced landing recovery. Contributing to the accident was an excessive airspeed and an inadvertent porpoise.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot said that his approach to landing was normal, but he flew the base leg a little wide. He reported that his airspeed on short final approach was too fast, and the airplane ballooned during the flare. The airplane landed hard, porpoised, and landed hard again on its nose gear. The nose gear collapsed under the fuselage crushing the engine cowling and bending the keel beam.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Sept 2007 Beech F33A accident near LA Verne, CA?

The pilot said that his approach to landing was normal, but he flew the base leg a little wide. He reported that his airspeed on short final approach was too fast, and the airplane ballooned during the flare. The airplane landed hard, porpoised, and landed hard again on its nose gear. The nose gear collapsed under…

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Sept 2007 Beech F33A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Sept 2007 involved a Beech F33A, registration N7298R, at LA Verne, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An improper flare during touchdown and an inadequate bounced landing recovery. Contributing to the accident was an excessive airspeed and an inadvertent porpoise.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070924X01437. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.