CESSNA 180
Roswell, NM — March 29, 2013
Event Information
| Date | March 29, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN13CA223 |
| Event ID | 20130409X05051 |
| Location | Roswell, NM |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.30083, -104.52500 |
| Airport | Roswell |
| 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 | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on the landing roll after encountering a gust of wind, which resulted in a ground loop.
Full Narrative
The pilot said he encountered a gust of wind during the landing roll out and the tail wheel-equipped airplane ground-looped. The left wing, left horizontal stabilizer, and the left elevator were substantially damaged. The pilot reported there were no mechanical deficiencies that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane or engine.
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.