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February 2, 2025 · Cessna 172P · N5268K
Ramona, CA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 2, 2025
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Ramona, CA
Aircraft
Cessna 172P (1980)
Tail Number
N5268K
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR25LA086
The pilot reported that while during a crosswind turn in the airport traffic pattern, about 2,000 ft mean sea level, a bird struck the airplane. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Effect on equipment
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while during a crosswind turn in the airport traffic pattern, about 2,000 ft mean sea level, a bird struck the airplane. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:00 PST
Nearest AirportRamona Airport (1nm ENE)
Runway27
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172P
Tail NumberN5268K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-D2J · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 30 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 28 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind310° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point46 F
Altimeter30.06 inHg
Observation Time12:53
Weather SourceWFAC