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May 10, 2011 · Gulfstream-Schweizer A/C Gulfstream AM G-164B · N8402K
Walnut Ridge, AR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 10, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Walnut Ridge, AR
Aircraft
Gulfstream-Schweizer A/C Gulfstream AM G-164B
Tail Number
N8402K
Operator
Wilson Flying Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN11CA174
The pilot reported that while attempting to land his tailwheel equipped airplane in a left-quartering tailwind, he encountered a strong gust of wind and subsequently lost control. The airplane veered off the runway, the left main landing gear sunk in the mud and the airplane nosed over. Both wings, the vertical stabilizer and fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical problems and the accident could have been prevented if he had executed a go-around and landed in the opposite direction.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a left quartering tailwind and wind gusts.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while attempting to land his tail-wheel equipped airplane in a left-quartering tailwind, he encountered a strong gust of wind and subsequently lost control of the airplane and flipped over. Both wings, the vertical stabilizer and fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot stated there were no mechanical problems and the accident could have been prevented if he had executed a go-around and landed in the opposite direction.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:30 CDT
Nearest AirportWalnut Ridge (0nm)
Runway36
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftGulfstream-Schweizer A/C Gulfstream AM G-164B
Tail NumberN8402K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWilson Flying Service
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsP&W · R1340 SERIES · Reciprocating · 600
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 66 · Second Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 15 kt, gusting 20 kt
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0