CESSNA 195
Wells, NV — October 19, 2010
Event Information
| Date | October 19, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR11CA028 |
| Event ID | 20101025X42125 |
| Location | Wells, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.11722, -114.92223 |
| Airport | Wells Municipal Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 195 |
| 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 failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated in the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report that during the takeoff roll the airplane had reached about 60 miles per hour (mph) when it departed the left side of the runway and the tail struck an object, substantially damaging the left side horizontal stabilizer. The pilot proceeded to taxi the airplane back to the terminal and tie it down. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane at the time of the accident.
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.