Casualties unknown

Aircraft Noses Over After Striking Snowbank During Landing Rollout (N24924)

Englewood, CO, US

On January 30, 1983, a Cessna 152 (registration N24924) operated by Wayne Ross was involved in an aviation accident near Englewood, CO. 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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During landing rollout on Runway 16R, an aircraft veered left due to wind and collided with a snowbank at the runway edge, resulting in a nose-over.

Occurrence

The aircraft collided with a snowbank at the edge of the runway during the landing rollout and nosed over. The accident occurred after the pilot had completed one touch-and-go landing on Runway 16L.

Circumstances

The air traffic controller changed traffic to Runway 16R and advised that winds were from 110 degrees at 10 knots. The pilot touched down on Runway 16R near the right edge of the runway. During the rollout, the wind caused the aircraft to veer toward the left edge of the runway. Before the pilot could correct the swerve, the aircraft collided with a snowbank and nosed over.

Pilot Statement

The student pilot reported that he had made one touch-and-go landing on Runway 16L prior to the accident. The tower had changed traffic to Runway 16R and provided the wind information.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Jan 1983 Cessna 152 accident near Englewood, CO?

During landing rollout on Runway 16R, an aircraft veered left due to wind and collided with a snowbank at the runway edge, resulting in a nose-over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Jan 1983 involved a Cessna 152, registration N24924, operated by Wayne Ross, at Englewood, CO.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X41982. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.