Cessna 182
Cascade, ID — August 13, 2020
Event Information
| Date | August 13, 2020 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR20CA269 |
| Event ID | 20200813X63110 |
| Location | Cascade, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.53528, -115.35056 |
| Airport | Sulphur Creek Ranch Airport |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | Cessna |
| Model | 182 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to continue the unstable approach which resulted in an inadequate flare, bounced landing and collision with trees following a delayed go around.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on final approach to the runway, the airplane was too high. He initiated a slip to lose altitude, but the airplane was still too fast and high. After landing, the airplane collided with trees at the end of the runway. The pilot further reported that the accident could have been prevented by initiating a go around sooner.
Two witnesses reported that the airplane landed hard more than halfway down the runway and began to porpoise. With about 800 ft of runway remaining, they heard the pilot apply full engine power. The airplane subsequently departed the runway surface and impacted trees. A post impact fire ensured which substantially damaged the airplane.
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane 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.