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March 16, 2007 · Cessna 172E · N5759T
Pleasanton, KS
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 16, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Pleasanton, KS
Aircraft
Cessna 172E
Tail Number
N5759T
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DEN07CA076
While performing a go around in gusty crosswinds, the pilot lost control of the airplane. The left wing struck a tree and the airplane spun around, striking another tree. The airplane came to rest nose down between the trees. Post-accident examination revealed both wings and engine cowling were crushed.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around. Contributing factors were the gusts and crosswinds.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, he was landing at his private grass airstrip. After examining the wind sock, which was indicating "at least 15 knots," he decided to execute a go-around due to the strong gusty crosswinds. The pilot said that during the go-around attempt, a gust of wind prevented the airplane from climbing and it began to descend. The airplane struck a tree with its left wing and spun around striking another tree. The airplane came to rest nose down between the trees. A post-accident examination of the airplane showed both wings and engine cowling crushed aft.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:30 CDT
Nearest AirportGILMORE (1nm)
Runway3
Runway Length2870 ft
Runway Width35 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172E
Tail NumberN5759T
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-300 D · Reciprocating · 145
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 74 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind320° @ 18 kt, gusting 24 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 2700 ft
Temperature / Dew Point28 C / 18 C
Altimeter30.26 inHg
Observation Time21:53
Weather SourceWFAC