BEECH 35
Boulder, CO — April 28, 2010
Event Information
| Date | April 28, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN10CA231 |
| Event ID | 20100429X90852 |
| Location | Boulder, CO |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.03695, -105.22195 |
| Airport | Boulder |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | BEECH |
| Model | 35 |
| 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 landing in a crosswind.
Full Narrative
The private pilot was attempting to land his single-engine airplane in a crosswind, when the airplane drifted to the right of the runway and touched down. The left wing lifted and the pilot reacted by adding power for a go-around, but realized that a go-around was not a suitable option and reduced engine power. The airplane veered toward a fence and a road, so the pilot again added power in an attempt to lift the airplane over them. Subsequently, the left wing hit a telephone pole and a car. The pilot reduced power and the airplane skidded to a stop and remained upright on the landing gear. The pilot reported no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane and stated the he failed to maintain control of the airplane after touchdown while attempting to land in a crosswind.
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.