N49897 is a 1978 Cessna 152. It is a fixed-wing single-engine aircraft with 2 seats, powered by a Lycoming 0-235 series rated at 115 horsepower. Its registration was cancelled in Feb 1984. Its standard airworthiness certificate was issued in Aug 2009. This page also carries 1 NTSB event.
FAA recordRegistered in Mount Pleasant, SC in 2003 · deregistered in 1984.
2009
2003
1984
The pilot was flying solo in the traffic pattern for runway 35. As he approached the runway, he reduced power and added flaps to decrease the airspeed. The airplane bounced upon touchdown and the pilot added a “small amount” of power. The airplane bounced a second time, and then settled onto the runway. The third time the airplane contacted, the runway the nose gear collapsed, substantially damaging the wing spar. The winds reported at the airport about the time of the accident were from 090 degrees at 5 knots. The pilot did not report any mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
No photos yet. This aircraft is no longer FAA-registered, so it can't be claimed for uploads.
No trips logged. This aircraft is no longer FAA-registered, so it can't be claimed to log trips.
No stories yet. This aircraft is no longer FAA-registered, so it can't be claimed to add one.
About the Cessna 152
About the modelA two-seat, high-wing trainer, the 150 refined around a slightly larger engine and 100LL fuel. One of the most common training aircraft in the country.