Casualties unknown

1993-07-03: Cessna 177 (N30248) — Peterson, Richard L. — Akron, CO

Akron, CO, US

On July 3, 1993, a Cessna 177 (registration N30248) operated by Peterson, Richard L. was involved in an aviation accident near Akron, CO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS. FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO INITIATE A GO AROUND IN A MORE TIMELY MANNER, AND GUSTY CROSSWINDS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a crosswind landing on Runway 29 using a slip technique, the airplane bounced. The pilot attempted recovery and a go-around but struck a runway light, went down a hill through a fence, and came to rest on a service road.

Incident Overview

An airport advisory indicated wind from 230 degrees at 20 knots with gusts. The pilot conducted a landing approach to Runway 29, employing a slip technique to manage the crosswind conditions.

Landing and Bounce

Upon touchdown, the airplane bounced. The pilot attempted to recover control of the aircraft. However, runway alignment could not be maintained, and the airplane drifted to the right side of the runway.

Go-Around Attempt

The pilot attempted a go-around but was not successful. While flying in ground effect, the airplane struck a runway light, then continued off the runway area.

Final Sequence

After striking the light, the airplane went down a hill and through a barbed wire fence. It came to rest on a service road.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X12887. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.