What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2007-10-04 involved a Cessna 170A, registration N5494C, at Wadesboro, NC.

Cessna 170A Veers Off Runway During Landing, Strikes Weeds (N5494C)

On October 4, 2007, a Cessna 170A (registration N5494C) was involved in an aviation accident near Wadesboro, NC. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

During landing, a Cessna 170A bounced left of the runway centerline. The pilot applied power to correct but the airplane entered high weeds, struck the right wing and gear, then turned 90 degrees, bending the left gear leg and left wing tip.

Landing Sequence

While landing, the Cessna 170A touched down on the left main landing gear and bounced to the left of the runway centerline. The pilot attempted to correct the deviation by applying power, but the maneuver was unsuccessful.

Excursion and Impact

The airplane continued into an area of high weeds adjacent to the runway. The right wing and right main landing gear subsequently made contact with the high weeds. The impact caused the airplane to turn right 90 degrees.

Damage

During the turn, the left main landing gear leg bent inward. The left wing tip then contacted the ground, bending it upward.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft involved was a Cessna 170A. No further details regarding registration, operator, date, location, or occupant status are available from the source.

2007-10-04: Cessna 170A (N5494C) — Wadesboro, NC