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April 12, 2014 · Wsk Pzl Mielec M 18A · N2297L
Blountstown, FL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 12, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Blountstown, FL
Aircraft
Wsk Pzl Mielec M 18A (1987)
Tail Number
N2297L
Operator
Canam Aviators
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA14CA201
The pilot stated that after returning to the airfield from a local flight, he elected to land on runway 36 and acknowledged the presence of a quartering tailwind on final approach. After touchdown, the airplane continued to the left, departed the runway, and collided with a ditch. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the left and right wings respectively. The reported wind at the airport about the time of the accident was from 160 degrees at 7 knots, gusting to 14 knots. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the tailwind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that after returning to the airfield from a local flight, he elected to land on runway 36 and acknowledged the presence of a quartering tailwind on final approach. After touchdown, the airplane continued to the left, departed the runway, and collided with a ditch. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the left and right wings respectively. The reported wind at the airport about the time of the accident was from 160 degrees at 7 knots, gusting to 14 knots. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:45 CDT
Nearest AirportCalhoun County Airport (0nm N)
Runway36
Runway Length3100 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftWsk Pzl Mielec M 18A
Tail NumberN2297L
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCanam Aviators
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboprop
Engine DetailsAllied Signal · Garrett-II · Turboprop · 980
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 33 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind160° @ 7 kt, gusting 14 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55
Altimeter30.14 inHg
Observation Time19:00
Weather SourceWFAC