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Private Pilot Overruns Grass Airstrip During Downhill Landing (N9331X)

Conyers, GA, US

On April 16, 1995, a Cessna 182R (registration N9331X) was involved in an aviation accident near Conyers, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN A PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT DURING THE LANDING, AND HIS FAILURE TO PERFORM A GO AROUND WHEN A LONG LANDING WAS IMMINENT. FACTORS WERE THE SUDDEN WINDSHIFT RESULTING IN A TAILWIND CONDITION, AND THE DOWNHILL LANDING CONDITIONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A private pilot landed long on his 1,500-foot personal grass airstrip after a wind shift, could not stop before the end, and the aircraft nosed over down an embankment.

Overview

A private pilot was landing on his personal grass airstrip, which measures 1,500 feet in length. The pilot typically lands uphill, but on this occasion, the wind direction favored a downhill landing. While on final approach, the wind shifted, and the pilot landed long. Unable to stop the aircraft before reaching the end of the runway, the aircraft rolled down an embankment and nosed over.

Details

The pilot reported that he estimated a 10-knot tailwind at the time of landing. The airstrip is privately owned and used by the pilot. No other details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, or any injuries or damage. The incident occurred during daylight hours, though specific time of day was not specified. No air traffic control involvement was mentioned.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Apr 1995 Cessna 182R accident near Conyers, GA?

A private pilot landed long on his 1,500-foot personal grass airstrip after a wind shift, could not stop before the end, and the aircraft nosed over down an embankment.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Apr 1995 involved a Cessna 182R, registration N9331X, at Conyers, GA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN A PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT DURING THE LANDING, AND HIS FAILURE TO PERFORM A GO AROUND WHEN A LONG LANDING WAS IMMINENT. FACTORS WERE THE SUDDEN WINDSHIFT RESULTING IN A TAILWIND CONDITION, AND THE DOWNHILL LANDING CONDITIONS.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03229. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.