Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172 near Cuba, NM — 2021-05-02

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Date
2021-05-02
Location
Cuba, NM, USA
Airport
NM2
Aircraft
CESSNA 172
Registration
N9127B
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain lateral control during takeoff after an encounter with a gusting wind, which resulted in a wing strike.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that before takeoff he noted a strong dust devil at the far end of the airstrip which appeared to dissipate. During the takeoff and while passing through 60 mph, the right wing suddenly lifted, and the pilot had not control. The left wing struck the ground and the airplane pivoted around. The engine separated and the wings were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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