Aviation Accident Summary WPR10CA178

Willows, CA, USA

Aircraft #1

N42JH

HARDIE JAMES D KIT FOX XL

Analysis

The pilot reported that during landing he flared too high, resulting in a bounced landing. During his attempted recovery, the airplane swerved to the right and ground-looped, coming to rest in the grass adjacent to the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the accident.

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during landing he flared too high resulting in a bounced landing. During his attempted recovery, the airplane swerved to the right and ground looped, coming to rest in the grass adjacent to the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the accident.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s improper flare, resulting in a bounced landing and ground loop.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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