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Aircraft Ground Loops and Noses Over After Bounced Landing

Hays, KS, United States

On September 6, 2011, a CESSNA A185F operated by 58P INC was involved in an aviation accident near Hays, KS. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a landing, the airplane bounced on touchdown, ground looped left, and nosed over inverted, resulting in substantial damage. The pilot later noted a delayed recovery from the bounce.

Accident Details

According to the pilot, the accident occurred during a landing following an uneventful cross-country flight. The approach was normal. Upon touchdown on the right main landing gear, the airplane bounced. Subsequently, the airplane ground looped to the left and nosed over inverted.

Damage

The accident resulted in substantial damage to both wings and the tail section.

Weather and Pilot Commentary

The reported wind at the time of the accident was calm with no gusts. After the accident, the experienced pilot reported that he should not have delayed in performing a more effective recovery from the bounced landing.

Contributing factors

Pilot

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Sept 2011 CESSNA A185F accident near Hays, KS?

During a landing, the airplane bounced on touchdown, ground looped left, and nosed over inverted, resulting in substantial damage. The pilot later noted a delayed recovery from the bounce.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Sept 2011 CESSNA A185F accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Sept 2011 involved a CESSNA A185F, operated by 58P INC, at Hays, KS.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control.

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