On December 31, 1994, a Cessna 182M (registration N92105) operated by Kelley, James was involved in an aviation accident near New Stuyahok, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING ROLL. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS AN ICY RUNWAY SURFACE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a landing on an ice-covered gravel runway, the pilot overcorrected after the airplane drifted left, causing it to slide right and strike a snow bank. No damage was noticed until two months later.
Accident Overview
A pilot was landing on an ice-covered gravel runway as part of a business flight to remote villages. During the landing roll, the airplane began to drift to the left, toward a 4-foot snow bank. The pilot over-corrected, causing the airplane to slide to the right and strike a 2-foot-tall snow bank along the right edge of the runway.
Immediate Aftermath
The airplane became stuck, and the pilot dug it out. An inspection at that time did not reveal any obvious damage. Two months later, the pilot noticed damage that was evident to the left wing and firewall and reported the accident.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 31 Dec 1994 Cessna 182M accident near New Stuyahok, AK?
During a landing on an ice-covered gravel runway, the pilot overcorrected after the airplane drifted left, causing it to slide right and strike a snow bank. No damage was noticed until two months later.
Were there any fatalities in the 31 Dec 1994 Cessna 182M accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 31 Dec 1994 involved a Cessna 182M, registration N92105, operated by Kelley, James, at New Stuyahok, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
A FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING ROLL. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS AN ICY RUNWAY SURFACE.
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