PIPER PA-22-150
Las Cruces, NM — May 17, 2009
Event Information
| Date | May 17, 2009 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN09CA301 |
| Event ID | 20090518X45241 |
| Location | Las Cruces, NM |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.28944, -106.92194 |
| Airport | Las Cruces International |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-22-150 |
| 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 landing in a crosswind. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land on a runway with a prevailing crosswind.
Full Narrative
The pilot elected to land the tailwheel-equipped airplane on a runway with a direct crosswind. Moments later the airplane experienced a gust of wind and momentarily went airborne. Once settled back to the ground; the airplane swerved to the left, the right main landing gear collapsed, and the right wing tip impacted the ground. The airplane came to rest in an upright position and the pilot was able to exit the airplane unassisted. A review of airport information revealed that three runways were available for landing, one of which was nearly aligned with the prevailing winds. The airplane's right wing sustained structural damage during the accident. There were no reported malfunctions or failures with the airplane's controls.
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.