On July 14, 2017, a PIPER PA28 161 was involved in an aviation accident near Fort Worth, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and a propeller strike. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot bounced during a solo landing, causing the propeller to strike the ground. The aircraft sustained substantial firewall damage and was towed back to the ramp.
Incident Details
A student pilot, flying solo, experienced a bounced landing during the final approach of the flight. After the bounce, the pilot attempted to correct the situation, but the propeller subsequently struck the ground. The pilot then brought the airplane to a stop and was towed back to the ramp.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the firewall as a result of the propeller strike. No other damage was reported.
Student Pilot Report
The student pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Contributing factors
Landing flare — Not attained/maintainedStudent/instructed pilot
What happened in the 14 Jul 2017 PIPER PA28 161 accident near Fort Worth, TX?
A student pilot bounced during a solo landing, causing the propeller to strike the ground. The aircraft sustained substantial firewall damage and was towed back to the ramp.
Were there any fatalities in the 14 Jul 2017 PIPER PA28 161 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 14 Jul 2017 involved a PIPER PA28 161, at Fort Worth, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and a propeller strike.
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