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April 16, 2020 · Cessna 180 Undesignat · N53ES
Marion, MT
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 16, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Marion, MT
Aircraft
Cessna 180 Undesignat (1953)
Tail Number
N53ES
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR20CA124
The pilot reported that, during the landing roll, the airplane encountered a "heavy" wind gust that abruptly pushed the tail left. The pilot applied the brakes to regain directional control; however, as the "speed bled off," the elevator lost its effectiveness. The airplane nosed down, and the propeller then began striking the pavement, followed by the left wing, which 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 loss of directional control and subsequent improper brake application during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a nose-over.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during the landing roll, he encountered a heavy wind gust that abruptly pushed the tail to the left. The pilot applied the brakes to maintain directional control, however, as the speed bled off, the elevator lost its effectiveness and the airplane nosed down and the left wing contacted the surface. The left wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:30 MDT
Nearest AirportCabin Creek Landing (0nm SE)
Runway02
Runway Length3400 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180 Undesignat
Tail NumberN53ES
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-R25 · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 61 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindGusting 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55 / 0 C
Altimeter30.26 inHg
Weather SourcePILO