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June 29, 2016 · Cessna A185F F · N3969Q
King Salmon, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 29, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
King Salmon, AK
Aircraft
Cessna A185F F (1974)
Tail Number
N3969Q
Operator
Crystal Creek Lodge
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC16CA036
The pilot reported that upon touchdown on runway 12, the left quartering headwind switched to a direct crosswind forcing the nose of the airplane to the left. The right wing contacted the runway surface and the airplane nosed over, sustaining substantial damage to the empennage, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. Wind at the time of the accident was reported to be from 070 degrees at 12 knots gusting to 22 knots. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while landing in gusty wind conditions, resulting in a noseover.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that upon touchdown on runway 12, the left quartering headwind switched to a direct crosswind forcing the nose of the airplane to the left. The right wing contacted the runway surface and the airplane nosed over, sustaining substantial damage to the empennage, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. Wind at the time of the accident was reported to be from 070 degrees at 12 knots gusting to 22 knots. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:30 AKDT
Nearest AirportKing Salmon (0nm N)
Runway12
Runway Length8901 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna A185F F
Tail NumberN3969Q
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCrystal Creek Lodge
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO520/D · Reciprocating · 300
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 56 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind100° @ 13 kt, gusting 24 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point68 F / 46
Altimeter29.98 inHg
Weather SourceWFAC