CESSNA 172
Yucca Valley, CA — November 21, 2009
Event Information
| Date | November 21, 2009 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR10CA062 |
| Event ID | 20091121X70133 |
| Location | Yucca Valley, CA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.33722, -116.57972 |
| Airport | Valley Vista Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
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 | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind gusts and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated in the Pilot/Operator Accident Report that he was landing in a crosswind, when a gust of wind coming between hangars caused the airplane to veer away from the wind and off the runway. The pilot applied full power in an attempt to execute a go-around but subsequently impacted terrain and nosed over.
The pilot stated that the airplane and engine had no mechanical failures or malfunctions during the flight.
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.