CESSNA 152
Miami, FL — August 21, 2016
Event Information
| Date | August 21, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA16CA448 |
| Event ID | 20160825X21438 |
| Location | Miami, FL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 25.64528, -80.43278 |
| Airport | MIAMI EXECUTIVE |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 152 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's improper pitch control during landing, which resulted in a bounced landing, and a nose landing gear collapse.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he flew a straight in approach and opted to use 20 degrees of flaps for the crosswind landing. The pilot further reported that upon touchdown the airplane bounced twice and the nose landing gear collapsed.
A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the firewall.
The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine 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.