CESSNA 182F
Elko, NV — October 12, 2009
Event Information
| Date | October 12, 2009 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR10CA017 |
| Event ID | 20091013X05221 |
| Location | Elko, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.82472, -115.79166 |
| Airport | Elko Regional Aviation |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 182F |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taking off in known gusty wind conditions.
Full Narrative
In a written report, the pilot stated that as the airplane was taking off to the west, a wind gust struck the airplane and caused it to weathervane into the wind. The pilot reduced the power and applied the brakes; however, the airplane continued off the runway where it struck a VASI light. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane. Reported winds at the time were from 180 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 21 knots. According to an airframe and power plant mechanic, the nose landing gear was sheared off, and there was damage to the wing strut.
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.