Casualties unknown

Gust-Induced Loss of Control During Landing (N7193F)

Hoonah, AK, US

On October 6, 1989, a Piper PA-32-300 (registration N7193F) was involved in an aviation accident near Hoonah, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: UNFAVORABLE/GUSTY WIND CONDITIONS AND THE BERM. 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.

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

During landing, the aircraft touched down, became airborne, and resettled. A gust from the right raised the right wing; the pilot lost control, veered off the runway, and struck a berm.

Accident Sequence

The pilot reported that during the landing, the aircraft touched down on the runway, then became airborne again. It subsequently resettled onto the runway, and power was reduced. At that point, a sudden gust of wind from the right raised the right wing. The pilot attempted to correct using right rudder and aileron control but was unable to maintain directional control. As a result, the aircraft veered off the runway and collided with a berm.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that the wind was from 050 degrees at 15 to 20 knots. No preimpact mechanical failure or malfunction was reported.

Investigation

No further details were provided by the source regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, occupants, injuries, or damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Oct 1989 Piper PA-32-300 accident near Hoonah, AK?

During landing, the aircraft touched down, became airborne, and resettled. A gust from the right raised the right wing; the pilot lost control, veered off the runway, and struck a berm.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Oct 1989 involved a Piper PA-32-300, registration N7193F, at Hoonah, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: UNFAVORABLE/GUSTY WIND CONDITIONS AND THE BERM.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X29714. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.