Accident
On March 5, 2000, at 0718Z, a Cessna 172N aircraft, registration ZS-NUB, operated as a private flight, was involved in an accident at Lanseria Airport. The flight originated from and was intended to return to Lanseria Airport. The accident occurred on the grass area between Runway 06R and Runway 06L.
Sequence of Events
The pilot reported that upon landing on Runway 06R, the aircraft bounced slightly and began to drift to the left-hand side of the runway. In response, the pilot initiated a go-around to avoid drifting across to Runway 06L. However, due to the high workload, the pilot was distracted and subsequently stalled the aircraft. The aircraft then crashed onto the grass between the two runways.
Injuries
The pilot and one passenger sustained injuries and were transported to Sunninghill Hospital for treatment. No fatalities were reported.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
The aircraft was a Cessna C172N, registration ZS-NUB. The pilot held a valid Private Pilot License with a total flying experience of 51.7 hours, including 14.6 hours on the Cessna 172 type. The operation was private.
Meteorological Conditions
Weather at the time of the accident was reported as fine, with a westerly wind at 5 knots and a temperature of 17°C.
Probable Cause
The South African Civil Aviation Authority determined the probable cause to be: The pilot was distracted upon landing when the aircraft started drifting to the left-hand side of the runway and stalled the aircraft.