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December 3, 2018 · Cessna 182 P · N9003M
Reno, NV
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 3, 2018
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Reno, NV
Aircraft
Cessna 182 P (1976)
Tail Number
N9003M
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA19CA086
The pilot receiving instruction reported that, while inbound on a practice instrument landing system approach about 1 mile from the runway, something struck the left wing. He added that he landed the airplane without further incident. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the left wing sustained substantial damage. Given the evidence and the pilot's, it is likely that a bird struck the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Effect on operation - C
Full Narrative
The pilot receiving instruction reported that, while inbound on a practice instrument landing system (ILS) approach with the "foggles (view limiting device)" on. The flight instructor reported that, about 1 mile from the runway, a something struck the left wing. The pilot added that the airplane landed without further incident. Postaccident examination revealed the left wing sustained substantial damage. It was presumed that a bird struck the airplane. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:20 PST
Nearest AirportReno/Stead (1nm SE)
Runway32
Runway Length9000 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledVfif
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182 P
Tail NumberN9003M
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-R · Reciprocating · 235
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 64 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Age 50 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsIMC
LightDaylight
Wind100° @ 7 kt
CeilingBroken clouds 1300 ft
Temperature / Dew Point28 C / 23 C
Altimeter30.12 inHg
Observation Time21:35
Weather SourceWFAC