The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing on water, and his failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
aviation accidents
Drunk pilot forgets to extend landing gear
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear due to intoxication during an unauthorized flight.
GA accidents down, but fewer flying hours nudge accident rate up
While the number of general aviation accidents was down in 2019, fewer flying hours resulted in a higher total accident rate.
Passenger struck by propeller while attempting to move wheel chocks
The pilot’s and the passenger’s improper decision to have the passenger attempt to move a wheel chock while the propeller was turning, which resulted in a serious injury.
Failure to latch canopy leads to loss of control
The pilot’s failure to latch the canopy before departure, which resulted in the canopy opening and the subsequent loss of airplane control.
Accident or incident?
What factors are considered by NTSB investigators to determine if an aircraft crash is an accident or incident?
Are Service Bulletins mandatory?
Is it mandatory for you to comply with every Service Bulletin issued for your airplane? Watch this 57 second video to find out.
Student’s stuck foot causes accident
The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to his foot slipping off the right pedal and becoming stuck between the pedal and fuselage frame, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a ditch.
Pilot’s improper fuel planning ends in bent Taylorcraft
The pilot’s improper fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, a total loss of engine power, an off-airport landing, and impact with trees.