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July 3, 2016 · Cessna 182 M · N1642T

Llano, CA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 3, 2016
Injury Outcomes
4 injuries (4 minor injuries)
Location
Llano, CA
Aircraft
Cessna 182 M (1968)
Tail Number
N1642T
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Destroyed
NTSB Number
GAA16CA356

The pilot reported that during takeoff from a private dirt airstrip with an air density altitude near 6,100 feet, the airplane became airborne in ground effect, but was not able to "build airspeed sufficient to pitch for Vy (best rate of climb)". The pilot further reported that the wind pushed the airplane over an orchard and he intentionally put the airplane into an aerodynamic stall prior to impacting terrain. A post-impact fire ensued and the airplane was destroyed. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot reported that during the takeoff roll he heard a "bang" which he initially assumed to be a rock hitting the fuselage, but later believed to be an engine failure. An examination of the postaccident photographs of the two-bladed propeller showed, approximately 1/3 of the outer portion of one propeller blade was snapped off across the cord perpendicular to the leading edge and the second propeller blade showed "S" bending, torsional twisting, and tip curl, which are all indications consistent with the engine producing power at the time of impact.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to attain an adequate airspeed and his intentional aerodynamic stall, which resulted in an impact with terrain and a post-impact fire.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that during takeoff from a private dirt airstrip with an air density altitude near 6,100 feet, the airplane became airborne in ground effect, but was not able to "build airspeed sufficient to pitch for Vy (best rate of climb)". The pilot further reported that the wind pushed the airplane over an orchard and he intentionally put the airplane into an aerodynamic stall prior to impacting terrain. A post-impact fire ensued and the airplane was destroyed. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot reported that during the takeoff roll he heard a "bang" which he initially assumed to be a rock hitting the fuselage, but later believed to be an engine failure. An examination of the postaccident photographs of the two-bladed propeller showed, approximately 1/3 of the outer portion of one propeller blade was snapped off across the cord perpendicular to the leading edge and the second propeller blade showed "S" bending, torsional twisting, and tip curl, which are all indications consistent with the engine producing power at the time of impact.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:50 PDT
Nearest AirportBrian Ranch (0nm WSW)
Runway26
Runway Length2100 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireGrd
Aircraft ExplosionGrd

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 182 M
Tail NumberN1642T
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageDestroyed
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470R · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary4 injuries (4 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor4
Uninjured0
Total4
Crew 1Age 36 · Second Class · Minor
Crew 2Minor
Crew 3Minor
Crew 4Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 8 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point27 C
Altimeter30.03 inHg
Observation Time20:55
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data