STINSON VULTEE V-77
Slaton, TX — June 9, 2024
Event Information
| Date | June 9, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN24LA214 |
| Event ID | 20240610194420 |
| Location | Slaton, TX |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.48451, -101.66094 |
| Airport | CITY OF SLATON/LARRY T NEAL ME |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | STINSON |
| Model | VULTEE V-77 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control after landing in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a runway excursion and the airplane nosing over. Contributing was the pilot’s decision to conduct the flight in very strong, gusting wind conditions.
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.