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August 6, 2021 · Cessna 170A · N5459C
Metaline Falls, WA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 6, 2021
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Metaline Falls, WA
Aircraft
Cessna 170A (1950)
Tail Number
N5459C
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR21LA307
The pilot reported that, during takeoff initial climb, as the airplane passed over the departure end of the runway, it stopped climbing and started to sink. The pilot thought it was windshear and initiated a right turn to avoid trees, while lowering the nose to regain airspeed. The airplane subsequently descended into trees and terrain. The fuselage was substantially damaged. 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 attain sufficient altitude during the initial climb to clear trees due to an encounter with windshear.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, during takeoff initial climb, as the airplane passed over the departure end of the runway, it stopped climbing and started to sink. The pilot thought it was windshear and initiated a right turn to avoid trees, while lowering the nose to regain airspeed. The airplane subsequently descended into trees and terrain. The fuselage was substantially damaged. 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 Time11:00 PDT
Nearest AirportSullivan Lake State (0.4nm NE)
Runway34
Runway Length1765 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 170A
Tail NumberN5459C
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · C145-2 · Reciprocating · 145
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 57 · First Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind180° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Observation Time10:55
Weather SourceWFAC