1996-07-10: Piper PA-24-250 — Stanley, ID

Casualties unknown • Stanley, ID, US

Probable cause

the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. The crosswind was a related factor.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

While on an approach to land at a mountain airstrip, the pilot encountered crosswinds. He stated that substantial left rudder was required to counteract a crosswind during the flare. After touchdown, the aircraft went to the left. The pilot attempted to recover with right rudder, but the airplane continued to skid left on the turf runway. Since the airplane did not have toe brakes installed, the pilot was unable to use differential braking. The airplane continued to the left, hit a ditch and stopped, collapsing the landing gear and causing substantial damage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-07-10 Piper PA-24-250 accident near Stanley, ID?

While on an approach to land at a mountain airstrip, the pilot encountered crosswinds. He stated that substantial left rudder was required to counteract a crosswind during the flare. After touchdown, the aircraft went to the left. The pilot attempted to recover with right rudder, but the airplane continued to skid…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-07-10 involved a Piper PA-24-250, registration N5352P, at Stanley, ID.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. The crosswind was a related factor.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X06368. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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