Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA16CA215

Boise, ID, USA

Aircraft #1

N5700R

CESSNA 172

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during the landing flare he encountered a left quartering tailwind and the airplane started to drift to the right. The pilot further reported that during the landing roll the airplane veered to the left off the runway and ground looped. The right elevator was substantially damaged. The pilot did not report any mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's decision to land with a quartering tailwind and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and ground loop.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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