Van's Aircraft RV-12iS

Lake Elmo, MN — April 5, 2024

Event Information

DateApril 5, 2024
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberCEN24LA149
Event ID20240408194048
LocationLake Elmo, MN
CountryUSA
Coordinates44.99426, -92.85395
AirportLAKE ELMO
Highest InjuryNONE

Aircraft

MakeVan's Aircraft
ModelRV-12iS
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None1
Total Injured0

Probable Cause

The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and the nose gear collapsing. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot’s lack of experience.

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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