Overturned Cessna 172 Skyhawk at John Wayne Airport is visible at the top of the above image. [Credit: Orange County Flight Center]
Key Takeaways:
A Cessna 172 Skyhawk, with a flight instructor and student aboard, was overturned at John Wayne Airport (KSNA) due to a sudden jet blast from a United Airlines Boeing 737.
The incident occurred while the Cessna was taxiing behind the larger aircraft as it increased engine power to enter the runway.
Both occupants were uninjured, though the aircraft sustained damage, and an ongoing airport reconstruction project was cited as a potential factor impacting general aviation safety.
The pilot of a Cessna 172 Skyhawk said he was “struck by a sudden jet blast” that caused his aircraft to pitch forward and overturn completely at John Wayne Airport (KSNA) in California.
The incident took place Saturday at approximately 2:40 p.m. PST, according to a report shared with FLYING by the Orange County Flight Center (OCFC), which owns the C172.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
