Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Loses Control During Crosswind Landing, Aircraft Strikes Estuary Bank (N6346Q)

Navato, CA, US

On March 13, 1982, a Cessna 152 (registration N6346Q) operated by Vindare Aviation Incorporated was involved in an aviation accident near Navato, CA. 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.

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A student pilot returning to the airport performed a touch-and-go landing, then attempted a full-stop landing in gusty crosswinds. During the flare, control was lost and the aircraft was blown off the runway, colliding with an estuary bank approximately 100 yards east.

Accident Details

A student pilot returned to the airport after a flight and executed one touch-and-go landing. During that landing, he observed gusty crosswind conditions. He subsequently decided to make the next landing a full stop.

Loss of Control

According to the pilot's report, during the landing flare he lost control of the aircraft. The airplane was then blown off the runway by the wind and collided with an estuary bank located about 100 yards east of the runway.

Wind Conditions

The wind at the time was estimated to be from 240 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 15 knots.

Investigation Notes

The investigation did not specify the aircraft type, registration, number of engines, date, operator, location, occupants, injuries, or damage. No toxicology or medical factors were mentioned. The probable cause of the accident was not stated in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Mar 1982 Cessna 152 accident near Navato, CA?

A student pilot returning to the airport performed a touch-and-go landing, then attempted a full-stop landing in gusty crosswinds. During the flare, control was lost and the aircraft was blown off the runway, colliding with an estuary bank approximately 100 yards east.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Mar 1982 involved a Cessna 152, registration N6346Q, operated by Vindare Aviation Incorporated, at Navato, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X02316. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.