Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN14CA514

Fremont, NE, USA

Aircraft #1

N710DM

STANLEY ARTHUR FREEMAN ZODIAC 601XL

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during the landing flare, he over-controlled and the airplane climbed. He then pushed forward on the elevator control and over-corrected. He said that before he knew it he was porpoising and the airplane landed hard. He stated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the event. The airplane incurred damage to the firewall.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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