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July 1, 2021 · Cessna 180J · N42084
Tyler, TX
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 1, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Tyler, TX
Aircraft
Cessna 180J (1973)
Tail Number
N42084
Operator
Williamson Russell L
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN21LA308
The pilot reported that while on approach to land at his private grass airstrip, he realized that his airspeed was faster than it should have been and landed the airplane long down the airstrip. Upon touchdown, the airplane bounced and skidded off the mowed part of the airstrip into high grass. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left-wing, left-wing strut, and left horizontal stabilizer. The pilot did not report any preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach resulting in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway excursion.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on approach to land at his private grass airstrip, he realized that his airspeed was faster than it should have been and landed the airplane long down the airstrip. Upon touchdown, the airplane bounced and skidded off the mowed part of the airstrip into high grass. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left-wing, left-wing strut, and left horizontal stabilizer. The pilot did not report any preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time19:20 CDT
Nearest AirportPRIVATE (0nm)
Runway180
Runway Length3000 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180J
Tail NumberN42084
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWilliamson Russell L
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470 · Reciprocating · 230
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 79 · None · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.09 inHg
Observation Time21:53
Weather SourceWFAC