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August 20, 2011 · Cessna 180A · N26CZ
Igiugig, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 20, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Igiugig, AK
Aircraft
Cessna 180A
Tail Number
N26CZ
Operator
Waitman Bradley J
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC11CA083
The pilot reported that he was taking off in variable wind conditions from a pond in his float-equipped airplane. He stated that, shortly after takeoff, the wind shifted and the airplane began a descent that he was unable to stop. The airplane passed the shoreline and descended onto the ground, where it nosed over and sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident and that he should have waited for a more favorable wind.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to take off in a variable wind, resulting in a shallow climb and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that shortly after takeoff in variable wind conditions from a float pond in his float-equipped airplane, the wind shifted, and the airplane began a descent that he was unable to stop. The airplane had passed the shoreline, and descended onto the ground, where it nosed over and sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. He said there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident, and that he should have waited for a more favorable wind.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:30 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180A
Tail NumberN26CZ
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWaitman Bradley J
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 260
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 47 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind10 kt
Visibility5 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50 / 0 C
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Weather SourcePILO