Casualties unknown

Private Pilot's Aircraft Noses Over in Deep Snow on Runway (N7661A)

Roundup, MT, US

On February 10, 1988, a Cessna 180 (registration N7661A) operated by Miller, Mark D. was involved in an aviation accident near Roundup, MT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A private pilot conducting a work flight made five off-airport landings in 5-6 inch snow before landing at a local airport on a snow-covered runway, where the aircraft sank into deep snow and nosed over. Post-accident measurement found snow depth of approximately 12 inches. No NOTAM had been issued prior.

Background

A private pilot, also a rancher, was completing a work flight. During the flight, the pilot performed five off-airport landings on snow that was 5 to 6 inches deep.

Accident Sequence

The accident occurred during a subsequent landing at a local airport on a snow-covered runway. During the landing, the aircraft sank into deep snow and nosed over.

Aftermath

After the accident, the depth of the snow on the runway was measured to be approximately 12 inches. No NOTAMs pertaining to snow on the runway had been issued prior to the accident, although a NOTAM was issued after the incident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Feb 1988 Cessna 180 accident near Roundup, MT?

A private pilot conducting a work flight made five off-airport landings in 5-6 inch snow before landing at a local airport on a snow-covered runway, where the aircraft sank into deep snow and nosed over. Post-accident measurement found snow depth of approximately 12 inches. No NOTAM had been issued prior.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Feb 1988 involved a Cessna 180, registration N7661A, operated by Miller, Mark D., at Roundup, MT.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X25052. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.