N422B

Substantial
None

CESSNA 172NS/N: 17268342

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, December 10, 2022
NTSB Number
WPR23LA062
Location
Socorro, NM
Event ID
20221212106441
Coordinates
34.022472, -106.903130
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 improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard bounced landing and loss of control in gusting wind.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
17268342
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
172NC172
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
172N

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
PRESTON RICHARD K TRUSTEE
Address
4968 ARROYO CHAMISA RD NE
City
ALBUQUERQUE
State / Zip Code
NM 87111-3718
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# WPR23LA062