Casualties unknown

Aircraft Collides with Wires After Go-Around Following Bounced Wheel Landing (N2499F)

Ukiah, CA, US

On July 18, 1992, a Cessna 180H (registration N2499F) operated by Schiff, David C. was involved in an aviation accident near Ukiah, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the climb following a go-around. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A ground witness reported the aircraft bounced twice during a wheel landing, then crabbed into the wind. The pilot initiated a go-around but lost directional control, turning left into electrical wires parallel to the runway.

Incident Overview

A ground witness observed the aircraft execute a wheel landing that resulted in two distinct bounces on the main landing gear. During the landing roll, the aircraft crabbed into the wind. The pilot subsequently applied power and initiated a go-around.

Sequence of Events

As the aircraft climbed, the pilot failed to maintain directional control. The aircraft turned left and collided with electrical wires that ran parallel to and were situated between 300 and 400 feet east of the runway.

Witness Account

The sole witness on the ground noted the bounces and the crab maneuver before the go-around was attempted. No further details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, or occupants.

Investigation Findings

The investigation determined that the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the climb led to the collision with the wires. No other causal factors were identified.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the climb following a go-around.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 1992 Cessna 180H accident near Ukiah, CA?

A ground witness reported the aircraft bounced twice during a wheel landing, then crabbed into the wind. The pilot initiated a go-around but lost directional control, turning left into electrical wires parallel to the runway.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 1992 involved a Cessna 180H, registration N2499F, operated by Schiff, David C., at Ukiah, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the climb following a go-around.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X15197. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.