Summary
The instructor pilot reported that the aircraft was conducting dual training circuits with a student pilot. The student was having problems judging the landing flare and touch-down. On the third circuit the aircraft ballooned in the flare. A wind gust lifted the right wing causing the aircraft to diverge left of the runway. The left-wing tip then struck the runway and the aircraft came to a stop.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199600352 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 04/02/1996 |
| Location | Merimbula Aerodrome |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 10/04/1996 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 172M |
| Registration | VH-WTY |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Merimbula NSW |
| Destination | Merimbula NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |