STINSON 108-1
Cambridge, MN — May 17, 2013
Event Information
| Date | May 17, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN13CA284 |
| Event ID | 20130517X84756 |
| Location | Cambridge, MN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.55695, -93.26361 |
| Airport | Cambridge Regional Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | STINSON |
| Model | 108-1 |
| 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 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s loss of directional control while landing with a gusting crosswind.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that after touchdown on the runway, an unexpected gusting crosswind turned the nose of the airplane to the left. The airplane ground looped and went off the east side of the runway, during which the left wing and firewall were substantially damaged. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident 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.