Accident Details
Date
Friday, August 13, 2010
NTSB Number
WPR10CA400
Location
Wenden, AZ
Event ID
20100813X91120
Coordinates
34.233333, -113.488334
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s inadequate bounced landing recovery and failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N9761L
Make
BEECH
Serial Number
M-1381
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
4110 AVIATION DR
Status
Deregistered
City
MADERA
State / Zip Code
CA 93637-9227
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that just after touchdown the airplane bounced and veered to the right. The pilot applied full power and attempted a go-around; however, the airplane exited the runway environment and struck a pole. Subsequently, the airplane nosed over substantially damaging the firewall. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine prior to the accident.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR10CA400