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October 22, 2012 · Cessna A185E · N1694M
Talkeetna, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 22, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Talkeetna, AK
Aircraft
Cessna A185E
Tail Number
N1694M
Operator
Talkeetna Air Taxi
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC13CA005
During the approach, the pilot decided to land the tundra-tire-equipped airplane on a sloped, grassy area adjacent to the taxiway because of snow on the area where he initially intended to land. After touchdown, the airplane began to follow the slope, and the pilot applied the uphill brake. The airplane subsequently entered a ground loop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
During the landing approach, the pilot decided to land the tundra-tire equipped airplane on a slopped, grassy area adjacent to the taxiway due to snow on his initially intended landing area. After touchdown, the airplane began to follow the slope, and the pilot applied the uphill brake, which resulted in a ground loop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:15 AKDT
Nearest AirportTalkeetna Airport (0nm)
Runway18
Runway Length3500 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna A185E
Tail NumberN1694M
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTalkeetna Air Taxi
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · IO 520 SERIES · Reciprocating · 285
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 68 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point34 C / 9 C
Altimeter30.26 inHg
Observation Time20:53
Weather SourceWFAC