CESSNA 180
Kake, AK — May 30, 2018
Event Information
| Date | May 30, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA18CA310 |
| Event ID | 20180530X60239 |
| Location | Kake, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 56.96444, -133.91583 |
| Airport | KAKE |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 180 |
| 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 directional control while exiting the runway after landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while taxiing from the runway in crosswind conditions, he "failed to maintain directional control". Subsequently, the airplane ground looped counterclockwise.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and elevator.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The automated weather observation system at the accident airport reported that, about the time of the accident, the wind was from 230° at 4 knots. The pilot landed on runway 29.
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.