CESSNA 172

Prescott, AZ — June 3, 2023

Event Information

DateJune 3, 2023
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberWPR23LA210
Event ID20230605192304
LocationPrescott, AZ
CountryUSA
Coordinates34.65907, -112.41460
AirportPRESCOTT RGNL - ERNEST A LOVE
Highest InjuryNONE

Aircraft

MakeCESSNA
Model172
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None2
Total Injured0

Probable Cause

The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was his delayed decision to initiate a go-around.

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.

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