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June 1, 2024 · Cessna 180H · N91224

Soldotna, AK

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 1, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Soldotna, AK
Aircraft
Cessna 180H (1969)
Tail Number
N91224
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC24LA040

The pilot reported that, while on takeoff roll from a gravel airstrip, the airplane’s left main wheel struck a pile of gravel, resulting in a nose over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings, horizontal stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations. The pilot added that flat light conditions, coupled with the gray silt ladened gravel, contributed to him not seeing the obstacle on the airstrip.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to recognize and avoid an obstacle on the runway environment during takeoff roll. Contributing was flat light conditions.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, while on takeoff roll from a gravel airstrip, the airplane’s left main wheel struck a pile of gravel, resulting in a nose over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings, horizontal stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations. The pilot added that flat light conditions, coupled with the gray silt ladened gravel, contributed to him not seeing the obstacle on the airstrip.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:05 AKDT
Nearest AirportHoliday Park Residential (0nm N)
RunwayNort
Runway Length2100 ft
Runway Width15 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 180H
Tail NumberN91224
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContential · XP470-50 · Reciprocating · 285
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 63 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind80° @ 9 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point59 F / 32 F
Altimeter29.66 inHg
Observation Time16:56
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data