CESSNA 180H
Reno, NV — September 16, 2011
Event Information
| Date | September 16, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR11CA455 |
| Event ID | 20110918X44853 |
| Location | Reno, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.49889, -119.76806 |
| Airport | Reno |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 180H |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 3 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during landing on runway 16R, in the tailwheel equipped airplane, he encountered a strong gust of wind. The airplane veered and subsequently ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and elevator. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane.
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.