Casualties unknown

1997-03-09: Champion 7GCB (N9950Y) — Two Harbors, MN

Two Harbors, MN, US

On March 9, 1997, a Champion 7GCB (registration N9950Y) was involved in an aviation accident near Two Harbors, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the gusty crosswind condition, and the snowbank. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported losing control during landing on Runway 24 after a gust lifted the right wing. He aborted the landing, but the airplane veered right, struck a snowbank, and nosed over.

Incident Overview

A pilot experienced a loss of control during a landing attempt on Runway 24 after a gust of wind lifted the right wing. According to the pilot's report, the event occurred while touching down, when a sudden gust caused the right wing to rise. The pilot stated he was unable to counteract the lift using aileron control and subsequently decided to abort the landing.

Sequence of Events

As the pilot initiated the go-around, the airplane veered to the right. After becoming airborne, the aircraft contacted a snowbank located along the right side of the runway. The impact caused the airplane to nose over. The airport manager provided wind information, reporting that around the time of the accident, the wind direction was varying between 260 and 320 degrees, with speeds ranging from 19 to 26 knots.

Additional Information

The pilot did not specify the aircraft type, registration, or engine count in the report. No information was provided regarding occupants, injuries, or the extent of damage. The time of day, weather characterization, and any involvement of air traffic control were also not mentioned. The report focuses solely on the pilot's account and the wind conditions noted by the airport manager.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X07503. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.