Casualties unknown

Aircraft Departs Runway During Landing Roll Due to Gusts (N9875E)

Jackson, CA, US

On April 10, 1986, a Cessna 182 (registration N9875E) operated by Patrick Jackson was involved in an aviation accident near Jackson, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the aircraft departing the runway and colliding with a ditch. 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 a landing roll on runway 19, gusty winds lifted the right wing of the aircraft, causing it to depart the paved surface and strike a ditch. The pilot had recently completed dual instruction.

What happened

The aircraft departed the runway environment while conducting a landing roll on runway 19. According to the pilot's account, a gust of wind lifted the right wing during the final phase of the landing. This aerodynamic disturbance caused the aircraft to leave the paved surface and collide with a nearby ditch.

At the time of the incident, reported winds were from 270 to 290 degrees at speeds between 10 and 15 knots. The pilot had just completed 0.9 hours of dual instruction with a certified flight instructor prior to this accident flight.

The investigation

Examination of the site revealed that the aircraft collided with terrain, specifically a ditch, after departing the runway. No mechanical failures or pre-impact anomalies were identified as contributing factors in the immediate narrative provided.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the aircraft departing the runway and colliding with a ditch.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Apr 1986 Cessna 182 accident near Jackson, CA?

During a landing roll on runway 19, gusty winds lifted the right wing of the aircraft, causing it to depart the paved surface and strike a ditch. The pilot had recently completed dual instruction.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Apr 1986 involved a Cessna 182, registration N9875E, operated by Patrick Jackson, at Jackson, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the aircraft departing the runway and colliding with a ditch.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33311. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.