CESSNA R172K
Sandy, OR — July 24, 2011
Event Information
| Date | July 24, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR11CA368 |
| Event ID | 20110804X95718 |
| Location | Sandy, OR |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.43056, -122.24194 |
| Airport | McKinnon Airpark |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | R172K |
| 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 flare which resulted in a hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was landing on a turf airstrip when the accident occurred. Due to trees on the approach end of the runway, the airplane's approach angle was steep. During the flare, the airplane landed hard on the nose gear, resulting in damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. This accident was reported to the NTSB on August 4, 2011.
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.