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Aircraft Strikes Dirt Mound and Noses Over During Landing Roll (N1753U)

Plains, TX, US

On July 25, 1983, a Cessna T210N (registration N1753U) was involved in an aviation accident near Plains, TX. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During arrival, the pilot determined Runway 26 was the only open runway and conducted a short field approach. Prior to landing, he did not notice a dirt mound across the runway at the intersection with closed Runway 17/35. During the landing roll, about 400 feet from the mound, he recognized the obstruction but was unable to stop or go around without hitting it. The aircraft struck the mound at about 20 knots and nosed over.

Incident Details

During the arrival phase, the pilot determined that Runway 26 was the only open runway available. A short field approach was conducted. However, before landing, the pilot did not realize that a mound of dirt extended across the runway at the intersection with Runway 17/35, which was closed.

Sequence of Events

While on the landing roll, approximately 400 feet from the dirt mound, the pilot recognized the obstruction. By that point, he was unable to stop the aircraft or initiate a go-around without colliding with the mound. Subsequently, the aircraft struck the dirt mound while traveling at about 20 knots and nosed over.

Outcome

The aircraft struck the mound and nosed over. No further information was provided regarding injuries or damage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Jul 1983 Cessna T210N accident near Plains, TX?

During arrival, the pilot determined Runway 26 was the only open runway and conducted a short field approach. Prior to landing, he did not notice a dirt mound across the runway at the intersection with closed Runway 17/35. During the landing roll, about 400 feet from the mound, he recognized the obstruction but was…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Jul 1983 involved a Cessna T210N, registration N1753U, at Plains, TX.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X43761. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.