Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA15CA194

Monte Vista, CO, USA

Aircraft #1

N402KN

AIR TRACTOR INC AT 402B

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot stated that during the landing roll, the airplane became airborne after encountering a wind gust. He reported that the airplane bounced as it settled back to the runway, veered to the right, and departed the runway. During the runway excursion, the airplane impacted several vehicles. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with objects.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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