CESSNA 182P
Northport, MI, May 20, 2026
Event Information
| Date | May 20, 2026 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Northport, MI |
| Country | USA |
| Airport | North Fox Island Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | CEN26LA216 |
| Event ID | 20260602203107 |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 182P |
| Registration # | N86289 |
| 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 |
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.