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August 30, 2016 · Cessna A185 E · N185TJ
Gooding, ID
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 30, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Gooding, ID
Aircraft
Cessna A185 E (1969)
Tail Number
N185TJ
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA459
The pilot reported that during the landing roll in variable gusting wind conditions, the tailwheel equipped airplane started an uncontrolled left turn, and he applied throttle to regain directional control with no effect. The pilot further reported that the airplane exited the runway to the left, became airborne and rolled left, and the left wing impacted the ground. The airplane came to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, fuselage, and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the landing roll in variable gusting wind conditions, the tailwheel equipped airplane started an uncontrolled left turn, and he applied throttle to regain directional control with no effect. The pilot further reported that the airplane exited the runway to the left, became airborne and rolled left, and the left wing impacted the ground. The airplane came to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, fuselage, and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:15 MDT
Nearest AirportGooding Muni (0nm ENE)
Runway7
Runway Length4745 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna A185 E
Tail NumberN185TJ
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-550-D1B · Reciprocating · 300
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 73 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind50° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point34 C
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC