Accident · 2017-01-07
What the record says
- Event date
- 2017-01-07
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- CESSNA 172 (N907WA)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- operator not named in the NTSB record
Probable cause
The student pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.
Source: NTSB case GAA17CA111Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student pilot pilot flying | Student | None | 24 | Class 1 (2016-10-11) | 50 total · 5 as PIC · 50 last 90 days |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.