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January 27, 2020 · Cessna 180 A · N9729B
Eloy, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 27, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Eloy, AZ
Aircraft
Cessna 180 A (1957)
Tail Number
N9729B
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR20CA085
The pilot reported that, while practicing landings, he completed one go-around and two landings without incident. On his next landing attempt, the airplane encountered a left crosswind during the landing flare. Despite his attempts to maintain directional control, the airplane ground looped and veered off the left side of the runway. The right wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a ground-loop.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while practicing landings in the tail-wheel equipped airplane, he completed one go-around and two landings without incident. On his next landing attempt, the airplane encountered a left crosswind during the landing flare. Despite his attempts to maintain directional control, the airplane ground looped and veered off the left side of the runway. The right wing was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:40 MST
Nearest AirportELOYMUNI (0nm SW)
Runway02
Runway Length3901 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180 A
Tail NumberN9729B
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-7-K · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 59 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind300° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 0 C
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Observation Time23:40
Weather SourcePILO