Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 180 near Orcas Island, WA — 2011-09-24

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Date
2011-09-24
Location
Orcas Island, WA, USA
Airport
ORS
Aircraft
CESSNA 180
Registration
N9361C
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that during the landing roll he lost control of the airplane, which resulted in a ground loop to the right. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed damage to the left wing and aileron. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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