On January 18, 2010, a LUSCOMBE 8 A operated by William S. Moser was involved in an aviation accident near Springfield, TN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around after a bounced landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During his first solo flight, a student pilot flared late on landing, bounced high, attempted a go-around, lost control, and collided with hangars about 15 feet above ground. No mechanical issues were reported.
Accident Details
The accident occurred while a student pilot was completing his first solo flight. According to the certificated flight instructor (CFI), the student had remained in the traffic pattern. On his first landing attempt, the student flared late, causing the airplane to bounce high. He then initiated a go-around but lost control of the airplane. The aircraft subsequently collided with several aircraft hangars approximately 15 feet above ground level.
Background
Earlier in the day, the CFI and the student pilot had flown together in preparation for the student's first solo flight. The CFI reported that the student "was doing very well at landing the airplane" and had no problems maintaining directional control. The student had no mechanical malfunctions prior to the accident, according to the CFI.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 18 Jan 2010 LUSCOMBE 8 A accident near Springfield, TN?
During his first solo flight, a student pilot flared late on landing, bounced high, attempted a go-around, lost control, and collided with hangars about 15 feet above ground. No mechanical issues were reported.
Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jan 2010 LUSCOMBE 8 A accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Jan 2010 involved a LUSCOMBE 8 A, operated by William S. Moser, at Springfield, TN.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around after a bounced landing.