On July 28, 1991, a Cessna 172P (registration N5482K) operated by Folsom's Air Service, Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Greenville, ME. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR GUSTING WINDS BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A float-equipped Cessna 172 encountered gusty wind conditions following a water landing, causing the aircraft to oscillate in roll and water loop until it came to a stop with damage to both wings.
What happened
Following a water landing in a float equipped Cessna 172, the aircraft encountered gusty wind conditions. The aircraft oscillated in roll causing both wing tips to alternately contact the surface of the water. The aircraft water looped and came to a stop with damage to both wings and the cabin windows.
The investigation
The investigation revealed that the aircraft encountered gusty wind conditions following a water landing. The aircraft oscillated in roll causing both wing tips to alternately contact the surface of the water. The aircraft water looped and came to a stop with damage to both wings and the cabin windows.
Findings
The findings indicate that the aircraft encountered gusty wind conditions following a water landing. The aircraft oscillated in roll causing both wing tips to alternately contact the surface of the water. The aircraft water looped and came to a stop with damage to both wings and the cabin windows.
What happened in the 28 Jul 1991 Cessna 172P accident near Greenville, ME?
A float-equipped Cessna 172 encountered gusty wind conditions following a water landing, causing the aircraft to oscillate in roll and water loop until it came to a stop with damage to both wings.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jul 1991 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N5482K, operated by Folsom's Air Service, Inc, at Greenville, ME.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR GUSTING WINDS BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND.
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