Incident Summary
On 8 September 2016, at 17:45 local time, a Reims-Cessna F-172N (registration SP-KSS) operated by Aeroklub Włocławski experienced an incident during landing at Włocławek-Kruszyn airport (EPWK). The aircraft was completing its second flight of the day, which involved advanced circuit training and a check flight as part of the PPL training syllabus (Exercise A/13).
Aircraft and Personnel
The aircraft was a Reims-Cessna F-172N, a single-engine high-wing monoplane. The crew consisted of a 42-year-old student pilot and an instructor. Both occupants were uninjured and evacuated the aircraft without assistance. Alcohol tests administered to the crew returned a result of 0.00 mg/l.
Sequence of Events
During the landing roll after the second flight, the nose landing gear leg failed. The aircraft came to a stop with the forward fuselage resting on the ground. The propeller, still rotating, struck the runway surface and was damaged. The aircraft sustained damage to the nose gear and propeller.
Probable Cause
The probable cause of the damage was fatigue of the material of the nose landing gear leg.
Aftermath
The incident was discussed with student pilots and other pilots operating Cessna 172 aircraft. A refresher training session was recommended, emphasizing thoroughness during pre-flight inspections. No safety recommendations were issued.
Investigation Details
The investigation was conducted by the operator under the supervision of the State Commission on Aircraft Accident Investigation (PKBWL). The final report was issued on 16 October 2018.