Accident Details
Date
Saturday, May 24, 2008
NTSB Number
MIA08CA111
Location
Kissimmee, FL
Event ID
20080605X00796
Coordinates
28.287221, -81.435554
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 landing flare.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
EXEC 1 AVIATION II LLC
Address
3700 SE CONVENIENCE BLVD
City
ANKENY
State / Zip Code
IA 50021-9418
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that the accident occurred during his 5th touch-and-go landing. While on final approach, he reduced power and the airplane "...suddenly dropped down leading to [a] hard landing...." He taxied to the ramp where he secured the airplane. During his walk around, he noticed damage to the propeller and contacted his flight instructor.
Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airworthiness inspector revealed damage to the firewall, belly, and cockpit floor.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# MIA08CA111