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April 12, 2006 · Cessna 0-1A · N3FS

Kenansville, NC

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 12, 2006
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Kenansville, NC
Aircraft
Cessna 0-1A
Tail Number
N3FS
Operator
Usda Forest Service Fepp
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ATL06CA063

The pilot stated that the flight was initiated for the purpose of observing the local forestry conditions, and after the observation flight was completed the airplane returned to the airport. The pilot noted that the wind conditions at the airport were 90 to 140 degree crosswinds on the approach to runway 23. The pilot stated that the approach and touchdown were normal, and as the airplane began to roll out "it was struck by a strong crosswind gust" which forced the airplane onto its right landing gear. The airplane yawed to the left and the pilot applied full right rudder. The pilot stated that the wheel/axle separated from the right landing gear leg and the airplane veered off of the runway to the left. The right landing gear leg separated from the fuselage, and the right wing tip impacted the ground. The pilot stated that the accident could have been prevented with better skills and experience.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in an ground loop, and subsequent collision with ground.

Full Narrative

On April 12, 2006, at 1600 eastern daylight time, a Cessna 0-1A, N3FS, registered to and operated by the North Carolina Forest Service as a public use flight, had the pilot lose directional control during landing roll at the Duplin County Airport, Kenansville, North Carolina. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed. The commercial pilot and passenger reported no injuries and the airplane received substantial damage. The flight originated from the Kenansville, North Carolina, at 1545. The pilot stated that the flight was initiated for the purpose of observing the local forestry conditions, and after the observation flight was completed the airplane returned to the airport. The pilot noted that the wind conditions at the airport were 90 to 140 degree crosswinds on the approach to runway 23. The pilot stated that the approach and touchdown were normal, and as the airplane began to roll out "it was struck by a strong crosswind gust" which forced the airplane onto its right landing gear. The airplane yawed to the left and the pilot applied full right rudder. The pilot stated that the wheel/axle separated from the right landing gear leg and the airplane veered off of the runway to the left. The right landing gear leg separated from the fuselage, and the right wing tip impacted the ground. The pilot stated that the airplane came to rest 10 feet from the runway edge. The pilot stated that the accident could have been prevented with better skills and experience.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 EDT
Nearest AirportDUPLINCO (0nm)
Runway23
Runway Length6000 ft
Runway Width90 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 0-1A
Tail NumberN3FS
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorUsda Forest Service Fepp
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TIO-1420 · Reciprocating · 213
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 57 · Second Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 12 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 6000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point48
Altimeter30.31 inHg
Observation Time19:59
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data