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August 31, 2009 · Alon A2 · N6363V
Richmond Hts., OH
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 31, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Richmond Hts., OH
Aircraft
Alon A2
Tail Number
N6363V
Operator
Reno Charles J
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA556
The pilot reported the crosswind landing approach was normal. Just before touching down, the airplane ballooned to an altitude of about 15 feet above the runway. The airplane "mushed hard" onto the runway, then veered off the right side of the runway where it contacted a taxiway light, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane. Local winds were from 340 degrees at 10 knots and the airplane was landing on runway 06.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-(general)-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the crosswind landing approach was normal. Just before touching down, the airplane ballooned about 15 feet above the runway. The airplane "mushed hard" onto the runway, then veered off the right side of the runway where it contacted a taxiway light. Local winds were from 340 degrees at 10 knots and the airplane was landing on Runway 06.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:50 EDT
Nearest AirportCuyahoga County Airport (0nm)
Runway06
Runway Length5102 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAlon A2
Tail NumberN6363V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorReno Charles J
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · C90-16F · Reciprocating · 90
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 69 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind340° @ 10 kt
Visibility20 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50
Altimeter30.25 inHg
Observation Time18:50
Weather SourceWFAC