CESSNA T206H
Henderson, NV — October 9, 2008
Event Information
| Date | October 9, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR09CA007 |
| Event ID | 20081009X95248 |
| Location | Henderson, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 35.97694, -115.13528 |
| Airport | Henderson Executive Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | T206H |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 4 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions.
Full Narrative
The pilot and passengers were interviewed by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector. They reported that during the lading roll on runway 17R, a gust of wind pushed the airplane off the runway and into a ditch. Examination of the airplane by the FAA inspector revealed structural damage to the right wing and firewall. Reported winds about 1/2 hour prior to the accident were from 220 degrees at 26 knots, with gusts to 31 knots. No preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures were found by the FAA inspector during his examination of 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.