On July 8, 1996, a Cessna 180J (registration N46524) was involved in an aviation accident near Mountain Home, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A factor was the cross wind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During landing on runway 23, the pilot encountered a crosswind estimated at 110 degrees at 10 knots gusting to 16 knots. The aircraft swerved and departed the left side of the runway at a 45-degree angle, causing the right main gear to collapse and damaging the outboard third of the right wing.
Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during landing on runway 23, the aircraft was subjected to a crosswind estimated at 110 degrees at 10 knots with gusts of approximately 16 knots. The aircraft swerved and subsequently departed the left side of the runway at an angle approximately 45 degrees offset from the runway heading.
Sequence of Events
As the aircraft exited the runway, the right main landing gear collapsed. The outboard third of the right wing also sustained structural damage. The departure from the runway and the gear collapse occurred suddenly, according to the pilot's account.
Damage Assessment
The structural damage was limited to the outboard third of the right wing. The right main gear was completely collapsed. No other damage or injuries have been reported.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 8 Jul 1996 Cessna 180J accident near Mountain Home, AR?
During landing on runway 23, the pilot encountered a crosswind estimated at 110 degrees at 10 knots gusting to 16 knots. The aircraft swerved and departed the left side of the runway at a 45-degree angle, causing the right main gear to collapse and damaging the outboard third of the right wing.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 Jul 1996 involved a Cessna 180J, registration N46524, at Mountain Home, AR.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A factor was the cross wind.
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