GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. AA-1C
Holland, MI — September 2, 2009
Event Information
| Date | September 2, 2009 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN09CA568 |
| Event ID | 20090908X22731 |
| Location | Holland, MI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.79055, -86.16250 |
| Airport | Holland Park Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. |
| Model | AA-1C |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing and subsequent go-around.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he touched down a little early on the 2,998-foot-long runway, and the airplane began to porpoise. He stated that he attempted a go-around but had insufficient airspeed to maintain control of the airplane. The airplane veered to the left of the runway where it settled into an area of trees and brush.
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.