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July 6, 2009 · Cessna 182M · N71186
Wilson Bar, ID
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 6, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Wilson Bar, ID
Aircraft
Cessna 182M
Tail Number
N71186
Operator
Kirtley Barbee
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Destroyed
NTSB Number
WPR09CA332
The pilot overflew the unimproved mountain airstrip in preparation for landing. The pilot reported that the windsock appeared to indicate a calm wind or very little tail wind. The pilot stated that the airplane did not touchdown until 2/3 of the way down the runway. The airplane subsequently exited the far end of the runway, impacting rough terrain and trees, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane and minor injuries to occupants. Examination of the airplane revealed structural damage to the wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no known mechanical anomalies with the flight control systems and he reported that the left brake was operating at the time of application.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s misjudged approach that led to a long landing and his failure to execute a go-around when he realized that he overshot his intended point of landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot overflew the unimproved mountain airstrip in preparation for landing. The pilot reported that the windsock appeared to indicate a calm wind or very little tail wind. The pilot stated that the airplane did not touchdown until 2/3 of the way down the runway. The airplane subsequently exited the far end of the runway, impacting rough terrain and trees, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane and minor injuries to occupants. Examination of the airplane revealed structural damage to the wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no known mechanical anomalies with the flight control systems, and he reported that the left brake was operating at the time of application.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:00 MDT
Nearest AirportWilson Bar (0nm)
Runway24
Runway Length1500 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182M
Tail NumberN71186
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageDestroyed
OperatorKirtley Barbee
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 63 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind260° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 52
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time16:50
Weather SourceWFAC