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Private Pilot Experiences Crosswind Landing Accident (N64085)

Jerseyville, IL, US

On June 3, 1990, a Cessna 172P (registration N64085) was involved in an aviation accident near Jerseyville, IL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO GO AROUND WHEN CROSSWINDS UPSET AIRCRAFT ALIGNMENT WITH THE RUNWAY IN THE FLARE. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S ATTEMPT TO LAND IN CROSSWINDS WHICH EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM FOR WHICH THE MODEL HAS BEEN DEMONSTRATED CAPABLE. 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 a landing attempt in gusting crosswinds, a private pilot's aircraft struck the ground with its left wing, collapsing the nose gear and nosing over. The pilot reported a wind gust destabilized the airplane at the flare.

Accident Details

A private pilot experienced an accident while attempting to land in gusting crosswind conditions. According to the pilot, during the flare, a wind gust destabilized the airplane. The aircraft subsequently struck the ground with its left wing, resulting in a collapsed nose gear and the airplane nosing over.

Wind Conditions

Wind data from the nearest observation facility indicated challenging crosswind conditions. Approximately 25 minutes before the mishap, winds were reported at 60 degrees off the runway heading at 15 knots, gusting to 22 knots. About 35 minutes after the mishap, winds were measured at 70 degrees off the runway heading at 18 knots, gusting to 28 knots.

Aircraft Crosswind Capability

The demonstrated maximum crosswind capability for this model airplane is 15 knots. The observed wind gusts during the incident period exceeded this demonstrated limit.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Jun 1990 Cessna 172P accident near Jerseyville, IL?

During a landing attempt in gusting crosswinds, a private pilot's aircraft struck the ground with its left wing, collapsing the nose gear and nosing over. The pilot reported a wind gust destabilized the airplane at the flare.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Jun 1990 Cessna 172P accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Jun 1990 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N64085, at Jerseyville, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO GO AROUND WHEN CROSSWINDS UPSET AIRCRAFT ALIGNMENT WITH THE RUNWAY IN THE FLARE. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S ATTEMPT TO LAND IN CROSSWINDS WHICH EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM FOR WHICH THE MODEL HAS BEEN DEMONSTRATED CAPABLE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X23349. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.