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Cessna 152 Precautionary Landing on Noordhoek Beach After Turbulence (ZS-KGH)

Noordhoek Beach, ZA

On October 24, 1999, a Cessna 152 (registration ZS-KGH) was involved in an aviation accident near Noordhoek Beach, ZA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot was unable to control the aircraft when he experienced strong wind and severe turbulence conditions while flying in the vicinity of Hout Bay and Chapmans Peak. This summary draws on records from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Accident and Incident Investigations Division; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Aircraft registered ZS-KGH
Aircraft registered ZS-KGH. Photo: Bob Adams from Amanzimtoti, South Africa / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

On 24 October 1999, a Cessna 152 experienced severe turbulence near Hout Bay and executed a precautionary landing on Noordhoek Beach. The propeller struck ground, nose gear bent, but both occupants uninjured.

Overview

On 24 October 1999 at 0940Z, a Cessna 152 registered ZS-KGH conducted a private flight from Cape Town International Airport. The pilot, holding a private pilot licence with 57.7 total flying hours, all on type, accompanied by one passenger, intended to return to the same airport.

Accident Details

While flying in the Hout Bay and Chapmans Peak area, the aircraft encountered severe turbulence, causing the pilot to lose the ability to maintain altitude. The pilot decided to perform a precautionary landing on Noordhoek Beach. During the landing, the propeller struck the ground and the nose gear was extensively bent. Both the pilot and passenger disembarked without any injuries.

Meteorological Conditions

At the time of the accident, the wind was from 160° at 23 knots, gusting to 30 knots.

Probable Cause

The pilot was unable to control the aircraft when he experienced strong wind and severe turbulence conditions while flying in the vicinity of Hout Bay and Chapmans Peak. He took evasive action and executed a precautionary landing on the beach with the propeller striking the ground and bending the nose gear.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Oct 1999 Cessna 152 accident near Noordhoek Beach, ZA?

On 24 October 1999, a Cessna 152 experienced severe turbulence near Hout Bay and executed a precautionary landing on Noordhoek Beach. The propeller struck ground, nose gear bent, but both occupants uninjured.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Oct 1999 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Oct 1999 involved a Cessna 152, registration ZS-KGH, at Noordhoek Beach, ZA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot was unable to control the aircraft when he experienced strong wind and severe turbulence conditions while flying in the vicinity of Hout Bay and Chapmans Peak. He took evasive action and executed a precautionary landing on the beach with the propeller striking the ground and bending the nose gear.

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