Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172H near Nightmute, AK — 2010-01-23

Final reportANC10CA015
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Date
2010-01-23
Location
Nightmute, AK, USA
Airport
AGT
Aircraft
CESSNA 172H
Registration
N3718F
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane in a strong gusting wind, and his decision to taxi for takeoff in such conditions.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, while taxiing for departure to runway 3, the airplane encountered a wind gust from the left. The wind gust lifted the left wing, the airplane turned 180 degrees, and traveled down a 20- to 40-foot embankment. The airplane came to rest inverted and sustained substantial damage. Examination of the airplane showed damage to the left wing, vertical stabilizer, and empennage. The pilot estimated the wind speed at 45 knots.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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