CESSNA A185
Lowman, ID — January 12, 2018
Event Information
| Date | January 12, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA18CA106 |
| Event ID | 20180115X10409 |
| Location | Lowman, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.14250, -115.31416 |
| Airport | WARM SPRINGS CREEK |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | A185 |
| 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 selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff on a snow-covered airstrip, the left wheel encountered a "foot deep snow bank". The airplane veered left and nosed over.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and vertical stabilizer.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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.