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February 28, 2026 · NTSB CEN26LA133 · CESSNA 172S (N1071Z)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The solo student pilot's improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane.

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NTSB Findings

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

Details

NTSB ReportCEN26LA133
AircraftCESSNA 172S
RegistrationN1071Z
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location39.5701, -104.8493
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