Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172 near Yucca Valley, CA — 2009-11-21

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Date
2009-11-21
Location
Yucca Valley, CA, USA
Airport
6CA5
Aircraft
CESSNA 172
Registration
N8504B
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind gusts and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.

NTSB narrative

The pilot was landing in a crosswind when a gust of wind coming between hangars caused the airplane to veer away from the wind and off the runway. The pilot applied full power in an attempt to execute a go-around, but subsequently impacted terrain and nosed over. The pilot said there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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