Accident Details
Date
Sunday, April 9, 2006
NTSB Number
CHI06CA144
Location
Logansport, IN
Event ID
20060620X00772
Coordinates
40.711112, -86.374725
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N793MA
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
2843193
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
RAJ AIRLINES INC
Address
909 LAKEVIEW DR
Status
Deregistered
City
LOGANSPORT
State / Zip Code
IN 46947-2208
Country
United States
Analysis
The airplane sustained substantial damage during a bounced landing. The pilot reported that he was practicing touch and go landings. He reported, "The plane bounced a couple of times and landed." The inspection of the airplane revealed no pre-impact anomalies.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CHI06CA144