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May 2, 2021 · Cessna 172 · N9127B
Cuba, NM
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 2, 2021
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Cuba, NM
Aircraft
Cessna 172 (1958)
Tail Number
N9127B
Operator
Murrow William R
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR21LA180
The pilot reported that before takeoff he noted a strong dust devil at the far end of the airstrip which appeared to dissipate. During the takeoff and while passing through 60 mph, the right wing suddenly lifted, and the pilot had not control. The left wing struck the ground and the airplane pivoted around. The engine separated and the wings were substantially damaged. 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 lateral control during takeoff after an encounter with a gusting wind, which resulted in a wing strike.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that before takeoff he noted a strong dust devil at the far end of the airstrip which appeared to dissipate. During the takeoff and while passing through 60 mph, the right wing suddenly lifted, and the pilot had not control. The left wing struck the ground and the airplane pivoted around. The engine separated and the wings were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:45 MDT
Nearest AirportCuba Landing Strip Airport (0nm S)
Runway24
Runway Length4137 ft
Runway Width40 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172
Tail NumberN9127B
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorMurrow William R
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-300C · Reciprocating · 145
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 76 · Basc · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind255° @ 8 kt, gusting 4 kt
Visibility30 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point68 F / 10 C
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Observation Time11:42
Weather SourcePILO