CESSNA 182
Leesburg, VA — October 16, 2016
Event Information
| Date | October 16, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA17CA024 |
| Event ID | 20161017X23753 |
| Location | Leesburg, VA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.07611, -77.55695 |
| Airport | LEESBURG EXECUTIVE |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 182 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent runway excursion.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the airplane landed hard and he was unable to maintain directional control. The airplane exited the runway to the left, and upon contacting the grass nosed over.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, empennage, and right wing lift strut.
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.