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Landing Excursion and Nose-Over on Runway 18 (N869L)

Kirksville, MO, US

On March 13, 1997, a Cessna 182 (registration N869L) was involved in an aviation accident near Kirksville, MO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot failed to adequately compensate for the wind conditions on the runway during landing roll. Factors included the crosswind and gusts. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported landing on runway 18 with crosswinds, but was unable to keep the airplane on the runway. The airplane departed the right side, traveled 600 feet, entered a drainage ditch, and nosed over.

Incident Details

The pilot reported that the runway in use was runway 18, with winds from 110 to 120 degrees at 15 to 20 knots. After landing on runway 18, the pilot was unable to keep the airplane on the runway surface. The airplane departed the right side of the runway and traveled approximately 600 feet before rolling into a drainage ditch. The nose wheel dug into soft ground, causing the airplane to nose over.

Aircraft Examination

An inspection of the brakes revealed no abnormalities. There were no indications of heavy braking on the runway or after the airplane left the runway. Examination of the engine and flight controls also found no anomalies.

Outcome

The airplane came to rest in the drainage ditch after nosing over. No further details regarding injuries or damage were provided in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Mar 1997 Cessna 182 accident near Kirksville, MO?

A pilot reported landing on runway 18 with crosswinds, but was unable to keep the airplane on the runway. The airplane departed the right side, traveled 600 feet, entered a drainage ditch, and nosed over.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Mar 1997 Cessna 182 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Mar 1997 involved a Cessna 182, registration N869L, at Kirksville, MO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot failed to adequately compensate for the wind conditions on the runway during landing roll. Factors included the crosswind and gusts.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X07505. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.