Incident Overview
On 4 May 2014 at approximately 11:00 local time, a Cessna 172 aircraft, registration HB-CGU, was involved in a loss of control during landing at Grenchen Airport (LSZG). The aircraft was operated by Flugschule Birrer and owned by Revi-Leasing & Finanz AG. The pilot, a Swiss citizen born in 1984, held a Private Pilot License (PPL(A)) and had accumulated 125 total flight hours, with 25 hours and 34 minutes on the Cessna 172. In the preceding 90 days, the pilot had logged 7 hours and 39 minutes total, including 19 minutes on type.
Sequence of Events
The accident occurred during the second landing attempt on runway 07. As the aircraft approached touchdown, it was caught by a wind gust, causing it to become airborne again. Subsequently, the aircraft struck the paved surface heavily and veered to the right, departing the runway into the grass.
Injuries and Damage
The pilot, who was the sole occupant, sustained only minor or no injuries. The aircraft sustained damage to the nose landing gear and propeller. No third-party damage was reported.
Investigation
The Swiss Accident Investigation Board (SUST) issued a summary report based on available statements, noting that no formal investigation was conducted. The report did not assign a probable cause.