Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN15CA196

Cambridge, OH, USA

Aircraft #1

N85664

AERONCA 7AC

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that he had landed and was beginning to taxi when a gust of wind lifted the left wing. He added engine power and attempted to correct; however, he was unable to maintain control. The airplane subsequently departed the runway pavement, encountered a ditch, and overturned. The pilot stated that there were no failures or malfunctions associated with the airplane before the accident. He reported a 50-degree left crosswind at 10 knots about the time of the accident.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while encountering a wind gust after landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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