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May 27, 2026 · Cessna 172 · N3984F
Naubinway, MI
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 27, 2026
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Naubinway, MI
Aircraft
Cessna 172 (1958)
Tail Number
N3984F
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN26LA200
The pilot was on the final approach to the runway and reduced engine power too early resulting in a hard, bounced landing during which the nose landing gear collapsed, and the airplane nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer, rudder, both wings, and both wing struts. The pilot stated to an FAA inspector that there were no mechanical issues with the airplane before the accident and that it was due to pilot error.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper engine power application during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing and nose over.
Full Narrative
The pilot was on the final approach to the runway and reduced engine power too early resulting in a hard, bounced landing during which the nose landing gear collapsed, and the airplane nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer, rudder, both wings, and both wing struts. The pilot stated to an FAA inspector that there were no mechanical issues with the airplane before the accident and that it was due to pilot error.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 EDT
Nearest AirportHiawatha Sportsmans Club Airpo (0.1nm SSE)
Runway26
Runway Length2400 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172
Tail NumberN3984F
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-300A · Reciprocating · 145
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 72 · Basc · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 12 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point43 F
Altimeter30.05 inHg
Observation Time15:35
Weather SourceWFAC