Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC15CA019

Palmer, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N3885Q

CESSNA A185F

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot was landing to the south on a gravel runway in his tailwheel-equipped Cessna 185 airplane. During the landing rollout, a wind gust from the east was encountered and the pilot was unable to maintain directional control. The airplane entered a ground loop, sustaining substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot stated there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's loss of directional control during landing, resulting in a collision with terrain.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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