On January 6, 1997, a Cessna 182H (registration N1870X) operated by Dave Sonke Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Burbank, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's improper planning/decision concerning landing and taxiing in high wind conditions. Factors relating to the accident were: the unfavorable wind conditions, and the lack of crosswind limit information in the Cessna 182H Pilot's Operating Handbook… This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Cessna 182H was blown over while taxiing after landing on runway 33 at an airport where winds were 45 knots. The aircraft encountered a 25-knot crosswind during taxi. The pilot's handbook contained no crosswind limits, but the manufacturer reported an 18-knot maximum demonstrated crosswind.
Landing and Taxi Incident
The aircraft was cleared to land on runway 33 by the FAA Air Traffic Control Tower. The pilot was advised that winds were from 360 degrees at 45 knots at the time of clearance. After completing the landing ground roll, the aircraft began turning onto a taxiway. During this turn, the wind blew the aircraft over.
Crosswind Conditions
Upon exiting runway 33 and turning onto the taxiway, the aircraft encountered a crosswind component of approximately 25 knots. The 1965 model year Cessna 182H pilot's operating handbook did not contain information regarding not-to-exceed crosswind velocities during landing or taxiing operations.
Manufacturer Information
In a telephone conversation with the aircraft manufacturer, the maximum demonstrated crosswind component for the Cessna 182H was reported to be 18 knots.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 6 Jan 1997 Cessna 182H accident near Burbank, CA?
A Cessna 182H was blown over while taxiing after landing on runway 33 at an airport where winds were 45 knots. The aircraft encountered a 25-knot crosswind during taxi. The pilot's handbook contained no crosswind limits, but the manufacturer reported an 18-knot maximum demonstrated crosswind.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Jan 1997 involved a Cessna 182H, registration N1870X, operated by Dave Sonke Aviation, at Burbank, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the pilot's improper planning/decision concerning landing and taxiing in high wind conditions. Factors relating to the accident were: the unfavorable wind conditions, and the lack of crosswind limit information in the Cessna 182H Pilot's Operating Handbook regarding landing or taxiing operations.
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