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March 7, 2017 · Cirrus Design SR22 T · N703TP

Laramie, WY

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 7, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Laramie, WY
Aircraft
Cirrus Design SR22 T (2016)
Tail Number
N703TP
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA192

The pilot reported that, during the landing flare in gusting crosswind conditions, as the tires touched down, a wind gust lifted the airplane off the ground. The airplane drifted to the left off the runway centerline, and he added full power to initiate a go-around. The airplane suddenly banked "uncontrollably" to the left, and the left wing struck the ground, which resulted in the airplane coming to rest on its belly. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. A review of local weather from an automated weather observation station located on the airport revealed that, about the time of the accident, the wind was from 270° at 39 knots, gusting to 51 knots. The pilot landed on runway 21. The Pilot's Operating Handbook stated that, for crosswind landing, Normal crosswind landings are made with full flaps. Avoid prolonged slips. After touchdown, hold a straight course with rudder and brakes as required. The maximum allowable crosswind velocity is dependent upon pilot capability as well as aircraft limitations. Operation in direct crosswinds of 21 knots has been demonstrated.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s decision to land with a crosswind that exceeded the airplane’s demonstrated capability, which resulted in the airplane banking left and the wing striking the ground.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that during the landing flare in gusty crosswind conditions, as the tires touched down a wind gust lifted the airplane back into the air. The airplane drifted to the left off the runway centerline and he added full power initiating a go-around. The airplane suddenly banked "uncontrollably" to the left, the left wing struck the ground, which resulted in the airplane coming to rest on its belly. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. A review of local weather from an automated weather observation station located on the airport, showed that about the time of the accident the wind was 270° at 39 knots, gusts to 51 knots. The pilot landed on runway 21. Cirrus Pilot Operating Handbook reports for crosswind landing: Normal crosswind landings are made with full flaps. Avoid prolonged slips. After touchdown, hold a straight course with rudder and brakes as required. The maximum allowable crosswind velocity is dependent upon pilot capability as well as aircraft limitations. Operation in direct crosswinds of 21 knots has been demonstrated.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:00 MST
Nearest AirportLaramie Rgnl (0nm)
Runway21
Runway Length8502 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCirrus Design SR22 T
Tail NumberN703TP
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TSIO-550-K1B · Reciprocating · 305
Seats5

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 31 · Second Class · None
Crew 2None
Crew 3None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 39 kt, gusting 51 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point25 C / 1 C
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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