CESSNA 207
Newtok, AK — February 2, 2023
Event Information
| Date | February 2, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC23LA019 |
| Event ID | 20230207106690 |
| Location | Newtok, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 60.93916, -164.64124 |
| Airport | Newtok |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 207 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 135 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind on an ice-covered runway, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with a snowbank. A factor was the check airman’s inadequate supervision.
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.