Pilot Debrief

CESSNA TU206G near Shawno, WI — 2011-08-21

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Date
2011-08-21
Location
Shawno, WI, USA
Airport
EZS
Aircraft
CESSNA TU206G
Registration
N12TL
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's loss of control on final approach, while maneuvering to avoid birds.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that while on final approach for landing, he observed some birds flying low near the intended runway touchdown point. In an attempt to avoid the birds, the airplane touched down shorter than expected and departed the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no failures or malfunctions associated with the airplane prior to the accident.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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