Summary
On September 09, 2012, a Cessna 172H (N2484L) was involved in an incident near Phillipsburg, OH. All 3 people aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
During the final approach to the runway, the pilot initiated his flare too high. He stated that as he released back pressure on the flight controls and added power, the nose of the airplane dropped and the hit the runway. An examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical anomalies or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
This incident is documented in NTSB report CEN12CA620. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N2484L.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Analysis
During the final approach to the runway, the pilot initiated his flare too high. He stated that as he released back pressure on the flight controls and added power, the nose of the airplane dropped and the hit the runway. An examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical anomalies or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN12CA620