On March 4, 1989, a Cessna 182L (registration N42859) was involved in an aviation accident near Upland, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT FAILED TO CORRECT THE ATTITUDE OF THE AIRCRAFT AND ACHIEVE PROPER ALIGNMENT WITH THE RUNWAY PRIOR TO LANDING TOUCHDOWN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Cessna 182 lost directional control after landing at CCB, departed the left side of the runway, and collided with a bush. The pilot reported no mechanical failures and mentioned performing a slip on final approach.
Accident Details
A Cessna 182 aircraft experienced a loss of directional control after touching down at CCB. The airplane subsequently departed the left side of the runway and struck a bush. The pilot stated that the landing was performed in a crabbed attitude, which contributed to the loss of control.
Pilot Statement
During a telephone interview, the pilot reported that he was executing a slip on final approach and was unable to align the airplane longitudinally with the runway centerline before touchdown. He noted that no mechanical failures or malfunctions occurred prior to the accident.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 4 Mar 1989 Cessna 182L accident near Upland, CA?
A Cessna 182 lost directional control after landing at CCB, departed the left side of the runway, and collided with a bush. The pilot reported no mechanical failures and mentioned performing a slip on final approach.
Were there any fatalities in the 4 Mar 1989 Cessna 182L accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 4 Mar 1989 involved a Cessna 182L, registration N42859, at Upland, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT FAILED TO CORRECT THE ATTITUDE OF THE AIRCRAFT AND ACHIEVE PROPER ALIGNMENT WITH THE RUNWAY PRIOR TO LANDING TOUCHDOWN.
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