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March 23, 2009 · Cessna 210 L · N59287
Angel Fire, NM
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 23, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Angel Fire, NM
Aircraft
Cessna 210 L
Tail Number
N59287
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA235
According to the pilot, he noted that the tarmac and runway were covered in a half inch of rough ice during preflight. He back-taxied on the runway and performed a normal run-up without any problems. During the departure roll, the aircraft veered toward the left, departed the runway, and came to rest in a creek. Examination of the airplane revealed that the left aileron was damaged. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies prior to the accident. Wind conditions reported five minutes before the accident were 260 degrees at 16 mph gusting to 21 mph.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off on an icy runway with high crosswinds.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, he noted the tarmac and runway were covered in a half inch of rough ice during preflight. He back-taxied on the runway and performed a normal run-up without any problems. During the departure roll the aircraft veered toward the left, departed the runway, and came to rest in a creek. Examination of the airplane revealed the left aileron was damaged. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies prior to the accident. Wind conditions reported five minutes before the accident were 260 degrees at 16 mph gusting to 21 mph.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:15 MDT
Nearest AirportAngel Fire Airport (0nm)
Runway17
Runway Length8900 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 210 L
Tail NumberN59287
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TSIO-520-R(9) · Reciprocating · 285
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 69 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind260° @ 16 kt, gusting 23 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point23 C / 18 C
Altimeter29.71 inHg
Observation Time14:10
Weather SourceWFAC