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June 11, 2021 · Cessna 170B · N2218B
Miles City, MT
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 11, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Miles City, MT
Aircraft
Cessna 170B (1954)
Tail Number
N2218B
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR21LA226
The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff from a field, the airplane veered to the left. While attempting to correct with right rudder control and brake application, the left main landing gear went into a rut and the airplane subsequently ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing, right horizontal, and right elevator. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff which resulted in a ground loop and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff from a field, the airplane veered to the left. While attempting to correct with right rudder control and brake application, the left main landing gear went into a rut and the airplane subsequently ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing, right horizontal, and right elevator. 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 Time17:00 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
RunwayW
Runway Length1000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 170B
Tail NumberN2218B
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 37 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 12 kt
Visibility6 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point28 F
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC