N996RA

Substantial
None

CESSNA 172RS/N: 17280404

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, July 10, 2021
NTSB Number
WPR21LA269
Location
Petaluma, CA
Event ID
20210713103468
Coordinates
38.255757, -122.601300
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
4
Total Aboard
4

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing following a partial loss of electrical power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s distraction and hampered visual function.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
17280404
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1998
Model / ICAO
172RC72R
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
172R

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
N996RA LLC
Address
5905 SW MAPP RD
City
PALM CITY
State / Zip Code
FL 34990-4116
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR21LA269