FDR601 LLC ZODIAC 601XL
Lewiston, ID — May 24, 2014
Event Information
| Date | May 24, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR14CA211 |
| Event ID | 20140527X44840 |
| Location | Lewiston, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 46.37389, -117.01527 |
| Airport | Lewiston-Nex Perce County Airp |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | FDR601 LLC |
| Model | ZODIAC 601XL |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's improper flare during landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he flared the airplane too soon during the landing. The airplane bounced and then landed nose wheel first, collapsing the nose gear strut. Upon further inspection it was determined that the firewall was substantially damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.