Pilot Debrief

GULFSTREAM-SCHWEIZER A/C CORP GULFSTREAM AM G-164B near Walnut Ridge, AR — 2011-05-10

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Date
2011-05-10
Location
Walnut Ridge, AR, USA
Airport
ARG
Aircraft
GULFSTREAM-SCHWEIZER A/C CORP GULFSTREAM AM G-164B
Registration
N8402K
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a left quartering tailwind and wind gusts.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that while attempting to land his tailwheel equipped airplane in a left-quartering tailwind, he encountered a strong gust of wind and subsequently lost control. The airplane veered off the runway, the left main landing gear sunk in the mud and the airplane nosed over. Both wings, the vertical stabilizer and fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical problems and the accident could have been prevented if he had executed a go-around and landed in the opposite direction.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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Docket documents1

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