CESSNA 172
Louisville, KY, October 8, 2024
Event Information
| Date | October 8, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Louisville, KY |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 38.22798, -85.66416 |
| Airport | BOWMAN FLD |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | ERA25LA031 |
| Event ID | 20241030195413 |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172 |
| Registration # | N640MG |
| Operator | Kentucky Flight Training Center, LLC |
| Owner | WHISKEY GIRL AVIATION LLC |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper landing flare and control inputs, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.
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.