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June 17, 2008 · Cessna T182T · N2413M
Point Roberts, WA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 17, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Point Roberts, WA
Aircraft
Cessna T182T
Tail Number
N2413M
Operator
David a Smith
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA08CA151
While attempting a landing, the pilot inadvertently allowed the airplane to porpoise during the landing flare. He therefore initiated a go-around, but did not clear some trees about one-quarter mile off the departure end of the runway. After impacting the trees, he was able to maintain airplane control, and subsequently executed a second approach and a full-stop landing. After the landing, the pilot realized that his first approach had been made with a tailwind of about 20 knots.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during a go-around. Contributing to the accident were the pilot inadvertently allowing the airplane to porpoise during the landing flare, and the presence of a tailwind.
Full Narrative
While attempting a landing in visual meteorological conditions, the pilot inadvertently allowed the airplane to porpoise during the landing flare. He therefore initiated a go-around, but did not clear some trees about one-quarter mile off the departure end of the runway. After impacting the trees, he was able to maintain airplane control, and subsequently executed a second approach and a full-stop landing. After the landing, the pilot realized that his first approach had been made with a tailwind of about 20 knots. The impact with the tress resulted in numerous dents in the leading edge of the wings, and a tear in the skin of the horizontal stabilizer.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 PDT
Nearest AirportPoint Roberts (0nm)
Runway16
Runway Length2200 ft
Runway Width125 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna T182T
Tail NumberN2413M
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDavid a Smith
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-540-Ak1A · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 47 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 11 kt, gusting 19 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 8000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point55 / 46
Altimeter30.27 inHg
Observation Time20:53
Weather SourceWFAC