CESSNA 180J
Juneau, AK, September 9, 2009
Event Information
| Date | September 9, 2009 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Juneau, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 58.48722, -133.93944 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | ANC09CA097 |
| Event ID | 20090910X64846 |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 180J |
| Registration # | N42250 |
| Operator | Michael Ward |
| Owner | WARD KENNETH R |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| 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 misjudged flare and loss of control during a glassy water landing.
Full Narrative
The private pilot reported that he was landing the float-equipped airplane on glassy water at the conclusion of a local personal flight under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91. He said immediately upon touchdown, the airplane abruptly flipped forward, and nosed over. The pilot and sole passenger exited the airplane uninjured and were soon rescued. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated there was no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.
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.