Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 182 near Lakeport, CA — 2016-09-29

Final reportGAA16CA520
Sign in to save
Date
2016-09-29
Location
Lakeport, CA, USA
Airport
1O2
Aircraft
CESSNA 182
Registration
N2613G
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's delayed action to add power during the approach, which resulted in an impact with terrain prior to the approach end of the runway.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that during approach the airplane began to sink excessively. The pilot further reported that he applied power and attempted to climb, but the airplane impacted terrain prior to the approach end of the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing lift strut. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. He further reported that a little more airspeed, lesser flap setting, and altitude could have prevented the accident.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • Photos
  • 2 docket documents
View NTSB final reportView NTSB docket

Docket documents2

Related mishaps