1996-04-06: Cessna 185 — Donald J. Hoshaw — Fairbanks, AK

Casualties unknown • Fairbanks, AK, US

Probable cause

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. A factor in the accident was the gusty wind conditions.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot stated he encountered low level turbulence during the final approach. He landed on the 'ski strip' and a gust of wind raised the left wing during the landing roll. The airplane veered to the left and the right ski broke off. The airplane continued off the side of the runway and struck a snow berm and nosed over. The pilot estimated the winds to be from 130 degrees at 11 knots with gusts to 22 knots. The Fairbanks weather observation facility showed winds were from 160 degrees at 10 knots.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-04-06 Cessna 185 accident near Fairbanks, AK?

The pilot stated he encountered low level turbulence during the final approach. He landed on the 'ski strip' and a gust of wind raised the left wing during the landing roll. The airplane veered to the left and the right ski broke off. The airplane continued off the side of the runway and struck a snow berm and nosed…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-04-06 involved a Cessna 185, registration N1692M, operated by Donald J. Hoshaw, at Fairbanks, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. A factor in the accident was the gusty wind conditions.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X05493. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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