On December 27, 2000, a Grumman American AA-5 (registration ZS-IXM) was involved in an aviation accident near Runway 17 FAGC, ZA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot allowed the aircraft to balloon on landing, resulting in a hard landing and subsequent propeller strike. This summary draws on records from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Accident and Incident Investigations Division.
On 27 December 2000, a Grumman American AA-5 (ZS-IXM) experienced a propeller strike during practice circuits at FAGC. The hard landing resulted from a balloon, with no injuries.
Incident Overview
On 27 December 2000 at 1450Z, a Grumman American AA-5 aircraft, registered ZS-IXM, was involved in an incident while practicing circuits and landings at Grand Central Airport (FAGC). The aircraft was operating under a private pilot license, with one person on board. No injuries or fatalities were reported.
Sequence of Events
The pilot was conducting practice circuits and landings on runway 17 at FAGC. During the landing flare, the aircraft ballooned, leading to a hard landing. The impact caused the propeller to strike the ground.
Probable Cause
The pilot allowed the aircraft to balloon on landing, resulting in a hard landing and subsequent propeller strike.