N245EM

Substantial
None

Van's Aircraft RV-12iSS/N: 12094

Accident Details

Date
Friday, April 5, 2024
NTSB Number
CEN24LA149
Location
Lake Elmo, MN
Event ID
20240408194048
Coordinates
44.994257, -92.853946
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and the nose gear collapsing. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot’s lack of experience.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
VAN'S AIRCRAFT
Serial Number
12094
Engine Type
4-cycle
Year Built
2020
Model / ICAO
RV-12iSRV12
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
RV-12IS

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
TC ASSETS AND RENTALS LLC
Address
7 BLUE JAY LN
City
NORTH OAKS
State / Zip Code
MN 55127-2013
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# CEN24LA149