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September 27, 2023 · Stinson 108-1 · N9128K
San Diego, CA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 27, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
San Diego, CA
Aircraft
Stinson 108-1 (1947)
Tail Number
N9128K
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR23LA359
The pilot reported that upon arrival at the destination airport the reported wind conditions were variable wind at 10 knots gusting to 12 knots. The pilot reported that he performed a 3-point landing; on touch down, he was not able to maintain center line due to gusty southern crosswinds and the airplane ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. 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 directional control during landing in gusty wind conditions that resulted in a ground loop.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that upon arrival at the destination airport the reported wind conditions were variable wind at 10 knots gusting to 12 knots. The pilot reported that he performed a 3-point landing; on touch down, he was not able to maintain center line due to gusty southern crosswinds and the airplane ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. 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 Time15:30 PDT
Nearest AirportGillespie Fld (0nm E)
Runway27R
Runway Length5342 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftStinson 108-1
Tail NumberN9128K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsFranklin · 6A4150-B3 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 80 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind230° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point57 F
Altimeter29.86 inHg
Observation Time14:47
Weather SourceWFAC