1996-09-28: Cessna 185 — John D. Walsh — Nome, AK

Casualties unknown • Nome, AK, US

Probable cause

failure of the pilot to maintain proper alignment of the selected landing area. Subsequent encounter with rocks was a related factor.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot was landing in a remote area to pick up two hunting partners in a tail-wheel equipped airplane. He reported that during the landing, the airplane drifted to the right and ground looped. Also, he noted that the right tire suddenly deflated from overload or was cut and punctured by rocks at touchdown. Subsequently, the right landing gear strut collapsed, and the right wing struck rocks along the right side of the landing area. The pilot indicated that the main landing gear tires were 8.50 X 6. No mechanical malfunction was reported.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-09-28 Cessna 185 accident near Nome, AK?

The pilot was landing in a remote area to pick up two hunting partners in a tail-wheel equipped airplane. He reported that during the landing, the airplane drifted to the right and ground looped. Also, he noted that the right tire suddenly deflated from overload or was cut and punctured by rocks at touchdown.…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-09-28 involved a Cessna 185, registration N222WH, operated by John D. Walsh, at Nome, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

failure of the pilot to maintain proper alignment of the selected landing area. Subsequent encounter with rocks was a related factor.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X06671. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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