Accident Details
Date
Saturday, May 24, 2014
NTSB Number
WPR14CA211
Location
Lewiston, ID
Event ID
20140527X44840
Coordinates
46.373889, -117.015274
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's improper flare during landing.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
2012
Model / ICAO
ZODIAC 601XL
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
ZODIAC 601XL
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
FDR601 LLC
Address
1228 ALDER AVE
City
LEWISTON
State / Zip Code
ID 83501-5515
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that he flared the airplane too soon during the landing. The airplane bounced and then landed nose wheel first, collapsing the nose gear strut. Upon further inspection it was determined that the firewall was substantially damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane 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# WPR14CA211