Poor approach, poor landing

This May 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Glenburn, Maine. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to land on a 1,900-foot grass runway. He stated that he was “too high and fast on final” but did not execute a go-around. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on May 24th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.