CESSNA 182P

Northport, MI, May 20, 2026

Event Information

DateMay 20, 2026
Event TypeACC
LocationNorthport, MI
CountryUSA
AirportNorth Fox Island Airport
Highest InjuryNONE
NTSB NumberCEN26LA216
Event ID20260602203107

Aircraft

MakeCESSNA
Model182P
Registration #N86289
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None2
Total Injured0

Probable Cause

The pilot's decision to resume taxiing on a turf runway that was unable to adequately support the airplane's weight, which resulted in the nose landing gear sinking into the soft ground and the propeller striking the terrain.

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.

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