CESSNA 180A
Igiugig, AK — August 20, 2011
Event Information
| Date | August 20, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC11CA083 |
| Event ID | 20110822X25654 |
| Location | Igiugig, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 59.34333, -155.86861 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 180A |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 4 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to take off in a variable wind, resulting in a shallow climb and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that shortly after takeoff in variable wind conditions from a float pond in his float-equipped airplane, the wind shifted, and the airplane began a descent that he was unable to stop. The airplane had passed the shoreline, and descended onto the ground, where it nosed over and sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. He said there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident, and that he should have waited for a more favorable wind.
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.