Sunday, January 06, 2019

System/Component Malfunction/Failure (Non-Power): Cessna T210M Turbo Centurion II, N1237M; accident occurred January 06, 2019 at Bishop International Airport (KFNT), Flint, Genesee County, Michigan

The National Transportation Safety Board not travel to the scene of this accident.

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Belleville, Michigan


Aviation Accident Factual Report - National Transportation Safety Board: https://app.ntsb.gov/pdf


Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board: https://dms.ntsb.gov/pubdms 
 
https://registry.faa.gov/N1237M


Location: Flint, MI
Accident Number: CEN19LA059
Date & Time: 01/06/2019, 1640 EST
Registration: N1237M
Aircraft: Cessna T210
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Sys/Comp malf/fail (non-power)
Injuries: 4 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal 

On January 6, 2019, about 1640 eastern standard time, a Cessna T210 airplane, N1237M, experienced an unsafe landing gear indication and landed with the gear partially extended at Bishop International Airport (FNT), Flint, Michigan. The private pilot and 3 passengers were not injured, and the airplane sustained substantial damage. The airplane was registered to Fly Happy LLC and operated by the pilot under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident and a flight plan was not filed. The flight originated from Clare Municipal Airport (48D), Clare, Michigan, about 1600, and was destined for FNT.

The pilot reported that after departure from 48D he raised the landing gear handle and the gear motor continued to operate longer than normal with an abnormal sound toward the end of the retract sequence. The right main gear did not fully retract and hung about 45° rearward; the left main gear was not visible from the pilot's vantage. The pilot troubleshot the issue for 20 to 25 minutes by completing the emergency procedure checklists, but the landing gear did not respond. At some point during the pilot's troubleshooting, the nose landing gear fully extended. The pilot continued the flight to FNT and declared an emergency with air traffic control (ATC). Before landing the pilot attempted to extend the landing gear but was only able to get the nose gear to extend. During a flyby ATC confirmed that both main landing gear were not extended.

During the emergency landing at FNT, the nose gear remained extended and the two main gear were partially retracted. The airplane spun about 180° and came to rest on the runway (figure 1).


Figure 1. Accident airplane on runway

The responding Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector completed a postaccident examination of the airplane and provided oversight for a functional test of the landing gear system. The examination revealed the nose gear well partially covered in red hydraulic fluid, no hydraulic fluid observed on the corresponding dipstick, and a damaged nose gear door actuator hydraulic hose, part number (p/n) S2178-4-0095A (figure 2).

Figure 2. Damaged hydraulic hose

To facilitate a functional test of the hydraulic system, the airplane was raised on jack stands and about 16 ounces of hydraulic fluid was added to the hydraulic reservoir. The emergency gear extension handle was actuated in attempt to extend the main landing gear before preforming the full functional test. After 10 to 12 pumps, hydraulic fluid sprayed from the damaged hydraulic hose. There was no resistance felt from the emergency handle during actuation. The hydraulic system was unable to build pressure so the functional test was terminated. The damaged hose was replaced with a new hose and the functional test was resumed. With the new hose installed, the emergency handle was actuated and the main landing gear extended and locked without anomaly.

A review of the airplane's maintenance records revealed that the last annual inspection was completed on September 9, 2018, at 3,840.2 hours total airframe time. The airplane accumulated 32.8 hours since the annual inspection with no hydraulic hose or landing gear discrepancies noted. The nose gear door actuator hose was first replaced in October 1977, and then replaced again on April 4, 1996, at 2,059.2 hours total time. The airplane had accumulated 1,813.4 hours total time since the hydraulic hose was replaced.

The airplane manufacturer's inspection guidelines are to perform a functional test and inspect the landing gear system every 200 hours. The maintenance manual states, "Each 5 years, overhaul all retraction and brake system components. Check for wear and replace all rubber packings and backups and hydraulic hoses." This maintenance requirement applied to this airplane. Additional guidance associated with the inspection was Cessna service newsletter, SNL85-54, issued during November 1985, which changed the 5-year overhaul/replacement requirement to an "on condition" overhaul/replacement interval based on part numbers involved. The damaged hose, p/n S2178-4-0095A, was considered an "on condition" component and could be replaced based on its condition at the time of maintenance.

In 1992, the airplane manufacturer released Cessna service bulletin, SEB92-8, that called for the replacement of all S2178-4 hydraulic hoses with p/n S2888-4-0095. According to available maintenance documentation, the airplane was never equipped with the updated hydraulic hose. 

Pilot Information

Certificate: Private
Age: 54, Male
Airplane Rating(s): Single-engine Land
Seat Occupied: Left
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None
Restraint Used: 3-point
Instrument Rating(s): Airplane
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): Airplane Single-engine; Instrument Airplane
Toxicology Performed: No
Medical Certification: Class 2 With Waivers/Limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: 06/26/2018
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: 09/30/2017
Flight Time:  1877 hours (Total, all aircraft), 309 hours (Total, this make and model), 1762 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 22 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 7 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft) 

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna
Registration: N1237M
Model/Series: T210 M
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture: 1977
Amateur Built: No
Airworthiness Certificate: Normal
Serial Number: 21061927
Landing Gear Type: Retractable - Tricycle
Seats: 6
Date/Type of Last Inspection: 09/05/2018, Annual
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 4000 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection:
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 3873 Hours at time of accident
Engine Manufacturer: Continental Motors
ELT: C126 installed, not activated
Engine Model/Series: TSIO-520-R
Registered Owner: Fly Happy LLC
Rated Power: 310 hp
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None 

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: KFNT, 766 ft msl
Distance from Accident Site: 0 Nautical Miles
Observation Time:1653 EST 
Direction from Accident Site: 115°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Visibility:  10 Miles
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: 9 knots /
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual: /
Wind Direction: 40°
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual: /
Altimeter Setting: 30.32 inches Hg
Temperature/Dew Point: 1°C / -6°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Clare, MI (48D)
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Flint, MI (FNT)
Type of Clearance: VFR; VFR Flight Following
Departure Time: 1600 EST
Type of Airspace: Class C

Airport Information

Airport: Bishop Intl (FNT)
Runway Surface Type: Asphalt
Airport Elevation: 782 ft
Runway Surface Condition: Dry
Runway Used: 09
IFR Approach: None
Runway Length/Width: 7201 ft / 150 ft
VFR Approach/Landing: Full Stop; Traffic Pattern 

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 3 None
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 4 None

Latitude, Longitude: 42.969167, -83.755278 (est)

Location: Flint, MI
Accident Number: CEN19LA059
Date & Time: 01/06/2019, 1640 EST
Registration: N1237M
Aircraft: Cessna T210
Injuries: 4 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal 

On January 6, 2019, about 1640 eastern standard time, a Cessna T210 airplane, N1237M, experienced an unsafe landing gear indication and landed with the gear partially extended at Bishop International Airport (FNT), Flint, Michigan. The private pilot and 3 passengers were not injured and the airplane sustained substantial damage. The airplane was registered to Fly Happy LLC and operated by the pilot under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident and a flight plan was not filed. The flight originated from Clare Municipal Airport (48D), Clare, Michigan, about 1600 and was destined for FNT.

The pilot reported that after departure from 48D, he raised the landing gear handle and the gear motor continued to operate longer than normal with an abnormal sound toward the end of the sequence. The right main gear was not fully retracted and was hanging about 45° rearward and the left main gear was not visible. The pilot troubleshot the issue by completing the emergency procedure checklists, but the landing gear did not respond. The pilot continued the flight to FNT and declared an emergency to air traffic control (ATC). Before landing the pilot attempted to extend the landing gear but was only able to get the nose gear to extend. ATC confirmed during a fly-by that the main gear was not extended.

During the landing at FNT, the nose gear remained extended and the two main gear were retracted. The airplane came to rest on the runway (figure 1) and the passengers egressed without further incident.

The airplane has been retained for further examination.


Figure 1 – Accident Airplane on Runway 

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna
Registration: N1237M
Model/Series: T210 M
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built: No
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None 

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: KFNT, 766 ft msl
Observation Time: 1653 EST
Distance from Accident Site: 0 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: 1°C / -6°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: 9 knots / , 40°
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility:  10 Miles
Altimeter Setting: 30.32 inches Hg
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Departure Point: Clare, MI (48D)
Destination: Flint, MI (FNT) 

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 3 None
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 4 None
Latitude, Longitude: 42.969167, -83.755278 (est)



FLINT, MICHIGAN – Four people aboard a private plane escaped injury Sunday afternoon during an emergency landing at Bishop International Airport in Flint.

Airport police and fire personnel were notified around 4 p.m. Sunday, January 6th of a Cessna T210M Turbo Centurion II with a potential landing gear issue in the area of the airport off West Bristol Road.

Pat Corfman, Bishop International Airport spokeswoman, said the landing gear may have collapsed on the plane carrying four people, including the pilot, and approximately 75 gallons of fuel.

The plane could be seen partially on its side at the west end of a runway. All four people exited the plane without injury and were escorted to the Avflint Flint, Corfman said.

No information was immediately available on where the plane was coming from or its scheduled destination.

One runway was closed to allow for the incident to be cleared, but Corfman said it has not caused delays or cancellations at the airport.

Flint police, Flint Township police, and Genesee County Sheriff’s deputies responded to assist Bishop Airport first responders at the scene.

Original article can be found here ➤ https://www.mlive.com

Delta Air Lines, Boeing 757-200, N543US: Accident occurred August 18, 2019 at at Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II Airport, Azores

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; DAL CMO

Aircraft landed hard.

Delta Air Lines Inc

https://registry.faa.gov/N543US

Date: 18-AUG-19
Time: 18:39:36Z
Regis#: DAL414
Aircraft Make: BOEING
Aircraft Model: 752
Event Type: ACCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: SUBSTANTIAL
Activity: COMMERCIAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 121
City: PONTA DELGADA
State: AZORES
Country:PORTUGAL

Unknown or Undetermined: Robinson R44 II, N797JR; accident occurred January 08, 2018 in Albany, Shackelford County, Texas

The National Transportation Safety Board did not travel to the scene of this accident.

Additional Participating Entity: 

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Lubbock, Texas

Aviation Accident Final Report - National Transportation Safety Board: https://app.ntsb.gov/pdf


Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board: https://dms.ntsb.gov/pubdms

http://registry.faa.gov/N797JR


Location: Albany, TX
Accident Number: CEN18LA069
Date & Time: 01/08/2018, 1345 CST
Registration: N797JR
Aircraft: ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Unknown or undetermined
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal 

Analysis 

The commercial pilot stated that he was using the helicopter to round up cattle. He applied power to stabilize in a hover about 50 ft above the ground when he heard a single loud bang and "felt it in the pedals." The helicopter spun to the right, and the pilot applied full left pedal, which had no effect on the helicopter. The pilot stated that after about two spins, he entered an autorotation to remove torque from the rotor system. The helicopter contacted trees as it descended to the ground and came to rest upright with the tailboom separated.

Postaccident examination of the wreckage did not reveal any evidence of mechanical malfunctions or failures of the main rotor and tail rotor systems that would have precluded normal operation; thus, the reason for the loss of control could not be determined. 

Probable Cause and Findings

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
A loss of helicopter control for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any evidence of mechanical malfunctions or failures of the main rotor and tail rotor systems that would have precluded normal operation.

Findings

Not determined
Not determined - Unknown/Not determined (Cause)

Factual Information 

***This report was modified on 5/15/2019. Please see the docket for this accident to view the original report.***

On January 8, 2018, at 1345 central standard time, a Robinson R44 helicopter, N797JR, collided with trees and the terrain during an autorotation near Albany, Texas. The commercial pilot was not injured. The helicopter was substantially damaged. The helicopter was registered to S2 Helicopter Services and was operated by an individual as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed. The flight was not operated on a flight plan. The local flight originated from a ranch in Albany, Texas, at 1310.

The pilot stated he was using the helicopter to roundup cattle when the accident occurred. He reported he applied power to stabilize in a hover about 50 ft above the ground, when he heard a single loud bang and "felt it in the pedals." The helicopter spun to the right and the pilot applied full left pedal which had no effect. The pilot stated that after about 2 spins, he entered an autorotation to remove torque from the rotor system. The helicopter contacted trees as it descended to the ground. The helicopter came to rest upright with the tail boom separated.

The pilot reported that he was not sure if there was a "mechanical problem" or not. His recommendation was "Conduct a better clearing turn to ensure that nothing was around including animals/birds" and to "maintain more forward airspeed in case of emergency."

The helicopter was sitting upright on the skids. The fuselage was intact and the tailboom was separated just forward of the empennage. Minor crushing damage was visible on the right side of the helicopter aft of the cabin area. Crush damage was visible on the left side of the helicopter above the front and rear skid struts. The main rotor blades, main rotor blade hub, and main rotor mast were intact. One of the main rotor blades exhibited minor bending near the outboard section of the blade. The other blade had a hole in the blade near the tip and the leading edge of the blade at the tip was pulled away from the remainder of the blade.

The empennage and tailrotor were separated from the tailboom. The tailrotor drive shaft separated at the aft flex plate. The drive shaft remained connected to the clutch assembly. The main rotor blades turned when the tailrotor drive shaft was rotated by hand. Ratchet marks were visible inside the tailboom near the aft flex plate. Corresponding damage was visible on the flex plate and drive shaft.

The trailing edge of the lower vertical stabilizer contained impact damage to the rear edge of the surface, pushing the skin forward toward the leading edge. The tail rotor blade assembly remained attached to the tail rotor gearbox. One tail rotor blade was bent outward 90 ° at the blade root. The other blade was bent out about 20° the blade root. The blade was free to turn when rotated by hand.

History of Flight

Maneuvering-hover
Unknown or undetermined (Defining event)

Autorotation


Hard landing  

Pilot Information


Certificate: Commercial
Age: 28, Male
Airplane Rating(s): None
Seat Occupied: Right
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None
Restraint Used:
Instrument Rating(s): Helicopter
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): Instrument Helicopter
Toxicology Performed: No
Medical Certification: Class 2 Without Waivers/Limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: 07/18/2017
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: 03/11/2016
Flight Time:  3000 hours (Total, all aircraft), 1700 hours (Total, this make and model), 2450 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 120 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 29 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft), 3 hours (Last 24 hours, all aircraft)

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information


Aircraft Make: ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY
Registration: N797JR
Model/Series: R44 II II
Aircraft Category: Helicopter
Year of Manufacture: 2006
Amateur Built: No
Airworthiness Certificate: Normal
Serial Number: 11030
Landing Gear Type: Skid;
Seats: 4
Date/Type of Last Inspection: 06/03/2017, Annual
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 2120 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection:
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 2058 Hours
Engine Manufacturer: LYCOMING
ELT: Installed, not activated
Engine Model/Series: IO-540
Registered Owner: S2 HELICOPTER SERVICES LLC
Rated Power: 0 hp
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None 

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: BKD, 1284 ft msl
Distance from Accident Site: 25 Nautical Miles
Observation Time: 1955 UTC
Direction from Accident Site: 90°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Visibility:  7 Miles
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: 5 knots /
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual: /
Wind Direction: 360°
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual: /
Altimeter Setting: 30.17 inches Hg
Temperature/Dew Point: 16°C / -1°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Albany, TX
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Albany, TX
Type of Clearance: None
Departure Time: 1310 CST
Type of Airspace: Class G 

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 1 None
Latitude, Longitude: 32.730000, -99.309444 (est)

Vans RV-4, N83SB: Accident occurred January 04, 2018 in Montrose County, Colorado

The National Transportation Safety Board did not travel to the scene of this accident.

Additional Participating Entity:

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Salt Lake City, Utah

Aviation Accident Final Report - National Transportation Safety Board: https://app.ntsb.gov/pdf


Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board: https://dms.ntsb.gov/pubdms 


Aviation Accident Data Summary - National Transportation Safety Board: https://app.ntsb.gov/pdf
 
http://registry.faa.gov/NN83SB


Location: Montrose, CO
Accident Number: CEN18LA068
Date & Time: 01/04/2018, 1600 MST
Registration: N83SB
Aircraft: BARNES STEVEN D STEVE BARNES RV 4
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Loss of engine power (total)
Injuries:1 None 
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal

Analysis

The commercial pilot departed on a local flight and began a 120-mph cruise climb. After the airplane cleared some high terrain, the pilot leaned the engine fuel-air mixture, but the engine began to operate roughly. The pilot enriched the mixture, and the engine began to operate smoothly but then lost total power. The pilot performed emergency procedures, which included an attempted engine restart. The pilot stated that he pumped the throttle twice and that the engine responded with "2 small bursts of 500-600 rpms," but then there was no additional engine power. The pilot executed a forced landing to a nearby private airfield but was unable to reach the runway, and the airplane impacted terrain and farm equipment.

A postaccident examination of the airplane fuel system revealed no anomalies. The carburetor could not be tested because it was destroyed during the accident sequence. A postaccident engine examination showed no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunctions or abnormalities. Thus, the reason(s) for the total loss of engine power could not be determined.

Probable Cause and Findings

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Findings

Not determined
Not determined - Unknown/Not determined (Cause)

Factual Information 

On January 4, 2018, about 1600 mountain standard time, a Barnes RV-4 airplane, N83SB, lost engine power and executed a forced landing near Montrose, Colorado. The commercial rated pilot was not injured, and the airplane sustained substantial damage. The airplane was registered to and operated by a private individual under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident, and a flight plan was not filed. The local flight departed the Clifford Field Airport (1CO4), Olathe, Colorado, about 1555.

According to the pilot, he departed 1CO4 and began a 120-mph cruise climb. After clearing some high terrain, the pilot leaned the engine mixture and the engine began to operate rough, so he began to enrich the mixture. Subsequently, the engine began to operate smoothly, and then lost total power. The pilot performed his emergency procedures which included an attempted engine restart. The pilot pumped the throttle twice, the engine responded with "2 small bursts of 500-600 rpms", and then no additional engine power. The pilot executed a forced landing to a nearby private airfield; however, was unable to make the runway, and the airplane impacted terrain and farm equipment.

Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector and the pilot revealed the fuel system and fuel lines were clear of contaminants and no issues were noted. The engine carburetor was destroyed during the accident sequence. No mechanical anomalies were noted with the airframe or engine.

History of Flight

Enroute-climb to cruise
Loss of engine power (total) (Defining event)

Emergency descent
Collision with terr/obj (non-CFIT) 

Pilot Information

Certificate: Commercial
Age: 45, Male
Airplane Rating(s): Single-engine Land
Seat Occupied: Front
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None
Restraint Used: 5-point
Instrument Rating(s): Airplane
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): None
Toxicology Performed: No
Medical Certification: Class 2 Without Waivers/Limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: 11/17/2017
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: 12/06/2016
Flight Time:  8688 hours (Total, all aircraft), 49 hours (Total, this make and model), 8563 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 23 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 17 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft), 3 hours (Last 24 hours, all aircraft)

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: BARNES STEVEN D
Registration: N83SB
Model/Series: STEVE BARNES RV 4 NO SERIES
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture: 1991
Amateur Built: Yes
Airworthiness Certificate: Experimental
Serial Number: 1171
Landing Gear Type: Tailwheel
Seats: 2
Date/Type of Last Inspection: 01/26/2017, Condition
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 1550 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection:
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 1795.3 Hours as of last inspection
Engine Manufacturer: LYCOMING
ELT: Installed, not activated
Engine Model/Series: O-320-B3B
Registered Owner: FELIX DAVID S
Rated Power: 160 hp
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: MTJ, 5758 ft msl
Distance from Accident Site: 9 Nautical Miles
Observation Time: 1553 MST
Direction from Accident Site: 270°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Visibility: 10 Miles
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: 5 knots /
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual: / None
Wind Direction: 290°
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual: /
Altimeter Setting: 30.25 inches Hg
Temperature/Dew Point: 6°C / -16°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Precipitation
Departure Point: Olathe, CO (1CO4)
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Olathe, CO (1CO4)
Type of Clearance: None
Departure Time: 1555 MST
Type of Airspace: Class G 

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 1 None
Latitude, Longitude: 38.505556, -107.729444

Cessna 172N, N734UN: Propeller Strike and Possible Hard Landing











AIRCRAFT:  1977 CESSNA 172N N734UN, S/N: 17269126

Last Annual inspection on 01/19/19 at AFTT 7066.02

ENGINE: Lycoming O-320-H2AD, s/n: L-684-76T

Last Annual inspection on 01/19/19 at TTSN:  7066.02, TSMOH 1546.58

Overhauled 01/04/16

PROPELLER:   McCauley 1C160DTM7557M1, S/N: 730455

Last Annual inspection on 01/19/19 at TT  7066.02, TSO 3212.59               

EQUIPMENT:   Removed for safekeeping.  
According to storage facility:  
KMA20 audio panel
KT76A transponder
Garmin GNS430 GPS
KX175B radio

DESCRIPTION OF ACCIDENT:  Prop strike and possible hard landing.

DESCRIPTION OF DAMAGES:  Damage includes but may not be limited to:                                 
Propeller
Engine experienced a prop strike
Firewall is wrinkled

LOCATION OF AIRCRAFT: Propel Aviation, Miami Executive Airport, Miami, FL 33186

Read more here: http://www.avclaims.com