CESSNA 182M

Wilson Bar, ID — July 6, 2009

Event Information

DateJuly 6, 2009
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberWPR09CA332
Event ID20090708X13610
LocationWilson Bar, ID
CountryUSA
Coordinates45.39667, -115.43305
AirportWilson Bar
Highest InjuryMINR

Aircraft

MakeCESSNA
Model182M
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageDEST

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
None0
Total Injured2

Event Location

Probable Cause

The pilot’s misjudged approach that led to a long landing and his failure to execute a go-around when he realized that he overshot his intended point of landing.

Full Narrative

The pilot overflew the unimproved mountain airstrip in preparation for landing. The pilot reported that the windsock appeared to indicate a calm wind or very little tail wind. The pilot stated that the airplane did not touchdown until 2/3 of the way down the runway. The airplane subsequently exited the far end of the runway, impacting rough terrain and trees, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane and minor injuries to occupants. Examination of the airplane revealed structural damage to the wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no known mechanical anomalies with the flight control systems, and he reported that the left brake was operating at the time of application.

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.

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