On March 8, 1992, a Cessna 170A (registration N9998A) operated by Turano, Kenneth E. was involved in an aviation accident near Miami, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE UNFAVORABLE WIND (WINDSHIFT). This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a straight-in approach to Runway 27L, an aircraft encountered a gust after touchdown, causing a runway excursion and damage to the right wing and landing gear.
Incident Overview
An aircraft on a straight-in approach to Runway 27L was advised by air traffic control that the wind was light and variable. After touchdown during the landing roll, a gust of wind raised the right wing. The aircraft subsequently traveled off the left side of the runway.
Damage and Consequences
As a result of the excursion, the right main landing gear collapsed, and the right wing was damaged when it contacted the ground. The extent of damage to the aircraft is limited to the described components.
Weather Conditions
Approximately 12 minutes after the accident, a weather observation was taken at the airport, indicating that the wind was from 100 degrees at 12 knots. No other weather conditions are reported in the source.