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June 15, 2009 · Cessna 180F · N2162Z
King Salmon, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 15, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
King Salmon, AK
Aircraft
Cessna 180F
Tail Number
N2162Z
Operator
Baker Benjamin K
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC09CA057
The pilot reported he was landing his tailwheel-equipped airplane on a hard-surfaced runway, with a 10 knot left crosswind, at the conclusion of a Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 flight. He said that when the airplane initially touched down, it bounced slightly, and as it touched down again, it began to swerve to the left. He said he was unable to correct the swerve with rudder and brakes, and the airplane ground looped to the left, striking the right wing and right horizontal stabilizer on the runway. The right wing, right aileron, and right horizontal stabilizer sustained substantial damage. The pilot indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a ground loop and substantial damage to the airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported he was landing his tailwheel-equipped airplane on a hard-surfaced runway, with a 10-knot left crosswind. He said that when the airplane initially touched down, it bounced slightly, and as it touched down again, it began to swerve to the left. He said he was unable to correct the swerve with rudder and brakes, and the airplane ground looped to the left, striking the right wing and right horizontal stabilizer on the runway. The right wing, right aileron, and right horizontal stabilizer sustained substantial damage. The pilot indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time21:00 AKDT
Nearest AirportKing Salmon (0nm)
Runway30
Runway Length8901 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180F
Tail NumberN2162Z
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorBaker Benjamin K
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 48 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind240° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 0 C
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Weather SourcePILO