On March 7, 1982, a Cessna 182 (registration N3427U) operated by Richard Lambert Parachute Plus was involved in an aviation accident near Woodland, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine power loss and rough running during descent, followed by nose gear collapse into soft terrain during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a skydiving operation, an aircraft lost power near the end of its descent. The pilot attempted a field landing, but soft terrain caused the nose gear to collapse and the plane to flip over.
What happened
The flight was conducted as part of a skydiving operation. During the climb phase, the aircraft reached an altitude of 10,000 feet. After descending to approximately 2,000 feet, the pilot reported that the engine began to lose power and run roughly. In response to the mechanical issue, the pilot elected to make an off-airport landing in a nearby field.
During the final stages of the landing roll, the nose gear sank into soft terrain. This interaction with the ground caused the aircraft to flip over.
Probable cause
Engine power loss and rough running during descent, followed by nose gear collapse into soft terrain during the landing roll.
What happened in the 7 Mar 1982 Cessna 182 accident near Woodland, CA?
During a skydiving operation, an aircraft lost power near the end of its descent. The pilot attempted a field landing, but soft terrain caused the nose gear to collapse and the plane to flip over.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Mar 1982 involved a Cessna 182, registration N3427U, operated by Richard Lambert Parachute Plus, at Woodland, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Engine power loss and rough running during descent, followed by nose gear collapse into soft terrain during the landing roll.
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