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November 22, 2009 · Cessna 172 I · N35638
Panancea, FL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 22, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Panancea, FL
Aircraft
Cessna 172 I
Tail Number
N35638
Operator
Michael a Morgan
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA10CA078
The pilot said that the airplane "became uncontrollable" during the landing rollout. The airplane subsequently exited the left side of the runway, struck a tree, and came to rest in a ditch. The pilot further stated that the runway was "watery and soft." Examination of the wreckage by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector did not reveal any preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. The nearest weather reporting facility, located approximately 25 nautical miles north of the accident location, reported winds from 140 degrees at 10 knots about the time of the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The airplane was landing on runway 36, a 2,590-foot-long; 70-foot-wide, turf runway. The pilot stated that the airplane "became uncontrollable" during the landing roll out. The airplane subsequently "drifted" off the left side of the runway, struck a tree, and came to rest in a ditch. The pilot further stated that the runway was "watery and soft." Examination of the wreckage by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector did not reveal any mechanical failures or malfunctions. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. The nearest weather reporting facility, located approximately 25 nautical miles north of the accident location, reported winds from 140 degrees at 10 knots, about the time of the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:40 EST
Nearest AirportWakulla County Airport (0nm)
Runway36
Runway Length2590 ft
Runway Width70 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172 I
Tail NumberN35638
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorMichael a Morgan
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O320 · Reciprocating · 160
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 71 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter29.87 inHg
Observation Time18:45
Weather SourceWFAC