Accident Details
Date
Saturday, April 18, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA044
Location
Slate Hill, NY
Event ID
20150421X30702
Coordinates
41.406944, -74.532218
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 failure to maintain an adequate descent rate, resulting in a hard landing.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N9299U
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
15078249
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SCHILLING WILLIAM S
Address
305 W HIGH ST
Status
Deregistered
City
MILFORD
State / Zip Code
PA 18337-1621
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that he came in too high during landing, flared the airplane, and bounced. The pilot attempted to control the bounce by adding power, subsequently the airplane landed hard, the nose wheel collapsed, and the left wing struck the ground resulting in substantial damage.
The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine 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# GAA15CA044