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North La Junta, Colorado

October 2, 2025 · NTSB CEN26LA004 · CESSNA 172 (N617SP)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The solo student pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing.

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NTSB Findings

  • Personnel issues-Task performance-Use of equip/info-Aircraft control-Student/instructed pilot
  • Personnel issues-Action/decision-Action-Incorrect action performance-Student/instructed pilot
  • Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Not attained/maintained

Details

NTSB ReportCEN26LA004
AircraftCESSNA 172
RegistrationN617SP
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location38.0500, -103.5098
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