Casualties unknown

Aircraft Damaged After Crosswind Landing and Snowbank Encounter (N5543J)

Lambertville, MI, US

On February 14, 1982, a Cessna 172N (registration N5543J) operated by Douglas D. Mcadams was involved in an aviation accident near Lambertville, MI. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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After a local flight, the pilot and three passengers returned for a crosswind landing. The aircraft ballooned, bounced, drifted left, and its left main gear hit a snowbank, causing damage to the right wing, lower cowling, and propeller.

Incident Overview

The pilot and three passengers had completed a local area flight and returned to the airport. A normal approach was performed with 20 degrees of flaps configured for a crosswind landing.

Flight and Approach

During the approach, the pilot reported that the approach speed was slightly faster than desired. The landing was conducted in crosswind conditions.

Landing Sequence

Upon touchdown, the aircraft ballooned, bounced, and drifted to the left. The left main landing gear subsequently encountered a snowbank, causing the aircraft to swing to the left. The right wing swung downward as a result of the ground contact.

Damage

The right wing, lower cowling, and propeller sustained damage. No other damage or injuries were reported in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Feb 1982 Cessna 172N accident near Lambertville, MI?

After a local flight, the pilot and three passengers returned for a crosswind landing. The aircraft ballooned, bounced, drifted left, and its left main gear hit a snowbank, causing damage to the right wing, lower cowling, and propeller.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Feb 1982 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N5543J, operated by Douglas D. Mcadams, at Lambertville, MI.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X01799. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.