No fatalities

CESSNA 172 M accident at Lakewood, NJ, 19 Dec 2024

Lakewood, NJ, United States

On December 19, 2024, a CESSNA 172 M was involved in an aviation accident near Lakewood, NJ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees at the end of the runway. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Probable cause

The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees at the end of the runway.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotAltitude — Not attained/maintained

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Dec 2024 CESSNA 172 M accident near Lakewood, NJ?

The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees at the end of the runway.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Dec 2024 CESSNA 172 M accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Dec 2024 involved a CESSNA 172 M, at Lakewood, NJ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees at the end of the runway.