On February 27, 1994, a Cessna 402 (registration N681RC) operated by Baker Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Kivalina, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions, which resulted in the aircraft departing the runway and striking a snow drift. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a nighttime landing with significant crosswinds, the aircraft drifted left off the runway and struck a snow drift. The pilot reported hitting the accumulation immediately upon touchdown.
What happened
The pilot was operating an aircraft during nighttime conditions when attempting to land at an airport. A significant crosswind component of 19 knots from the left was present at the time of the approach and landing. As the airplane touched down on the left side of the runway, it began to drift toward the left edge due to the wind conditions.
During the landing roll, the aircraft suddenly veered further to the left, departing the paved surface of the runway. The pilot later stated that the aircraft hit a snow drift during the landing phase. Following the accident, the runway was plowed immediately to clear the area.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions, which resulted in the aircraft departing the runway and striking a snow drift.
What happened in the 27 Feb 1994 Cessna 402 accident near Kivalina, AK?
During a nighttime landing with significant crosswinds, the aircraft drifted left off the runway and struck a snow drift. The pilot reported hitting the accumulation immediately upon touchdown.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Feb 1994 Cessna 402 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Feb 1994 involved a Cessna 402, registration N681RC, operated by Baker Aviation, at Kivalina, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions, which resulted in the aircraft departing the runway and striking a snow drift.
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