CESSNA 180
Orcas Island, WA — September 24, 2011
Event Information
| Date | September 24, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR11CA464 |
| Event ID | 20110924X93314 |
| Location | Orcas Island, WA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 48.70806, -122.91055 |
| Airport | Orcas Island Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 180 |
| 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 failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the landing roll he lost control of the airplane, which resulted in a ground loop to the right. A post accident examination of the airplane revealed damage to the left wing and aileron. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane. About 10 minutes after the accident, the wind was reported as calm.
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.