Pilot Debrief

Falk Zodiac HDS-601 near Middleton, WI — 2008-08-07

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Date
2008-08-07
Location
Middleton, WI, USA
Aircraft
Falk Zodiac HDS-601
Registration
N9043A
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind. The crosswind was a factor.

NTSB narrative

In a telephone interview the pilot stated that while landing he encountered a gust of wind that caused the right wing to drop and hit the runway. He said that he advanced the throttle and attempted to correct with aileron. The airplane subsequently cart wheeled. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane.

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