On October 4, 1992, a Cessna 182P (registration N4667K) operated by Sullivan, Archie W. was involved in an aviation accident near Clanton, AL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing flare due to gusty wind conditions and turbulence. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private pilot lost control during flare on a gusty day, causing the aircraft to nose over and sustain structural damage upon landing at a private airstrip near a lake.
What happened
The accident occurred while a private pilot was attempting to land at a private airstrip located adjacent to a lake. The pilot reported that surface winds were gusty with associated turbulence during the approach. During the flare phase of the landing, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. Upon touchdown, the aircraft nosed over, resulting in structural damage to the airframe.
The investigation
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions with the aircraft prior to the accident. No further mechanical examination details were provided in the source material.
Findings
Contributing factors included gusty surface winds and associated turbulence during the final approach. The loss of control during the flare phase led directly to the nose-over incident.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing flare due to gusty wind conditions and turbulence.
What happened in the 4 Oct 1992 Cessna 182P accident near Clanton, AL?
A private pilot lost control during flare on a gusty day, causing the aircraft to nose over and sustain structural damage upon landing at a private airstrip near a lake.
Were there any fatalities in the 4 Oct 1992 Cessna 182P accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 4 Oct 1992 involved a Cessna 182P, registration N4667K, operated by Sullivan, Archie W., at Clanton, AL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing flare due to gusty wind conditions and turbulence.
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