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June 20, 1991 · Cessna 172-M · N9830V
Salem, OR
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 20, 1991
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Salem, OR
Aircraft
Cessna 172-M
Tail Number
N9830V
Operator
Bruce C James
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA91LA141
THE PILOT OF THE CESSNA 172 LANDED LONG, ON THE 2000 FOOT SOD AIRSTRIP, WITH A SLIGHT TAILWIND, AND WAS UNABLE TO STOP ON THE WET GRASS. THE AIRCRAFT SLID OFF THE END OF THE RUNWAY, INTO A SOFT FIELD, AND NOSED OVER IN HIGH VEGETATION.
NTSB Probable Cause
THE PILOT'S POOR IN-FLIGHT DECISION AND HIS FAILURE TO SELECT A PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT. FACTORS INCLUDE A WET RUNWAY, SOFT TERRAIN AND HIGH VEGETATION.
Full Narrative
THE PILOT OF THE CESSNA 172 LANDED LONG, ON THE 2000 FOOT SOD AIRSTRIP, WITH A SLIGHT TAILWIND, AND WAS UNABLE TO STOP ON THE WET GRASS. THE AIRCRAFT SLID OFF THE END OF THE RUNWAY, INTO A SOFT FIELD, AND NOSED OVER IN HIGH VEGETATION.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:00 PDT
Nearest AirportFinlay Field (0nm N)
Runway36
Runway Length2000 ft
Runway Width120 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172-M
Tail NumberN9830V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorBruce C James
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-E2D · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 76 · Third Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind180° @ 5 kt
Visibility15 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 3000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO