N1071ZCESSNA 172S2026-02-28 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

CESSNA 172SS/N: 172S9826

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, February 28, 2026
NTSB Number
CEN26LA133
Location
Denver, CO
Event ID
20260305202604
Coordinates
39.570119, -104.849290
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The solo student pilot's improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
172S9826
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2005
Model / ICAO
172SC172
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
172S

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
5280 FLYING CLUB LLC
Address
6501 BARNSTEAD DR
City
CASTLE PINES
State / Zip Code
CO 80108-9537
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# CEN26LA133