CESSNA 172
Clarion, IA — February 26, 2024
Event Information
| Date | February 26, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN24LA123 |
| Event ID | 20240227193850 |
| Location | Clarion, IA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.74031, -93.75893 |
| Airport | CLARION MUNI |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare in a crosswind with gusts.
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.