Casualties unknown

Landing Incident During Crosswind Approach on Runway 25 (N197V)

Dubois, PA, US

On August 28, 1982, a Cessna 180G (registration N197V) operated by General Engineering Assoc., IN was involved in an aviation accident near Dubois, PA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a crosswind approach to Runway 25, the wind suddenly became calm during roundout, then increased after touchdown, leading to wing tip strikes and a slide on the nose.

Approach and Landing

Upon arrival, the pilot entered the traffic pattern for landing on Runway 25. The reported wind was from 330 degrees at 18 knots. To compensate for the crosswind component, the pilot prepared for a right wing low landing. As the pilot began the roundout, the wind became calm. He then leveled the wings and executed a three-point landing.

Post-Touchdown Events

After touchdown, the nose of the aircraft began moving to the right as the crosswind increased. The pilot applied left rudder to correct the yaw. Approximately at that moment, the right wing lifted rapidly into the air, causing the left wing tip to strike the runway. The pilot responded by applying right rudder and aileron and adding power. Subsequently, the right wing tip hit the runway. The aircraft then slid a short distance on its nose and came to a stop in the center of the runway.

Wind Conditions

The wind changed from 330 degrees at 18 knots during the approach to calm conditions at the roundout, then increased again after touchdown. The pilot adjusted his landing technique accordingly: initially preparing for a crosswind landing, then switching to a three-point landing when the wind dropped, and later countering the crosswind after touchdown.

No further details about the aircraft, registration, or other circumstances are provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Aug 1982 Cessna 180G accident near Dubois, PA?

During a crosswind approach to Runway 25, the wind suddenly became calm during roundout, then increased after touchdown, leading to wing tip strikes and a slide on the nose.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Aug 1982 involved a Cessna 180G, registration N197V, operated by General Engineering Assoc., IN, at Dubois, PA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X04006. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.