CESSNA 182A
Bethany Center, NY — September 20, 2014
Event Information
| Date | September 20, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA14CA449 |
| Event ID | 20140923X81008 |
| Location | Bethany Center, NY |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.94333, -78.13834 |
| Airport | Bethany Airpark |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 182A |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain a directional control of the airplane during gusting wind conditions.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, he was attempting a soft field landing on runway 27. Following a stable approach and landing, a gust of wind was encountered. The airplane veered to the right and the pilot was unable to stop the airplane before the right wing struck a wind sock pole. An inspector from the Federal Aviation Administration examined the airplane and confirmed substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.