Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 170A near Houston, TX — 2012-06-04

Final reportCEN12CA341
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Date
2012-06-04
Location
Houston, TX, USA
Airport
EYQ
Aircraft
CESSNA 170A
Registration
N9753A
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that during the landing the airplane encountered a gust of wind and veered left. He stated that he lost control, and the airplane ground looped and sustained substantial fuselage damage. The pilot indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 3 docket documents
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Docket documents3

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