CESSNA 172H
Phillipsburg, OH — September 9, 2012
Event Information
| Date | September 9, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN12CA620 |
| Event ID | 20120910X80127 |
| Location | Phillipsburg, OH |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.91306, -84.40028 |
| Airport | Phillipsburg Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172H |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 3 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Full Narrative
During the final approach to the runway, the pilot initiated his flare too high. He stated that as he released back pressure on the flight controls and added power, the nose of the airplane dropped and the hit the runway. An examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical anomalies or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
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.