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October 12, 2009 · Cessna 182F · N3567Y
Elko, NV
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 12, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Elko, NV
Aircraft
Cessna 182F
Tail Number
N3567Y
Operator
Dean Johnson
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR10CA017
In a written report, the pilot stated that as the airplane was taking off to the west, a wind gust struck the airplane and caused it to weathervane into the wind. The pilot reduced the power and applied the brakes; however, the airplane continued off the runway where it struck a VASI light. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane. Reported winds at the time were from 180 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 21 knots. According to an airframe and power plant mechanic, the nose landing gear was sheared off, and there was damage to the wing strut.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
In a written report, the pilot stated that as the airplane was taking off to the west, a wind gust struck the airplane and caused it to weathervane into the wind. The pilot reduced the power and applied the brakes; however, the airplane continued off the runway where it struck a VASI light. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane. Reported winds at the time were from 180 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 21 knots. According to an airframe and power plant mechanic, the nose landing gear was sheared off, and there was damage to the wing strut.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:25 PDT
Nearest AirportElko Regional Aviation (0nm)
Runway23
Runway Length7214 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182F
Tail NumberN3567Y
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDean Johnson
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsTeledyne Continental Motors · O-470-R · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 58 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind180° @ 10 kt, gusting 21 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 19 C
Altimeter29.62 inHg
Observation Time23:56
Weather SourceWFAC