Falk Zodiac HDS-601
Middleton, WI — August 7, 2008
Event Information
| Date | August 7, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CHI08CA241 |
| Event ID | 20080917X01483 |
| Location | Middleton, WI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 43.11417, -89.53167 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Falk |
| Model | Zodiac HDS-601 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind. The crosswind was a factor.
Full Narrative
In a telephone interview the pilot stated that while landing he encountered a gust of wind that caused the right wing to drop and hit the runway. He said that he advanced the throttle and attempted to correct with aileron. The airplane subsequently cart wheeled. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane.
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.