CESSNA 172M
Westminster, MD — May 1, 2024
Event Information
| Date | May 1, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA24LA204 |
| Event ID | 20240501194193 |
| Location | Westminster, MD |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.00000, -77.00000 |
| Airport | CARROLL COUNTY RGNL/JACK B POA |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172M |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a simulated loss of engine power approach, which resulted in a hard landing short of the runway. Also causal was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action during the approach and subsequent aborted landing.
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.