Casualties unknown

Pilot Loses Directional Control During Touch-and-Go, Aircraft Hits Fence (N3937T)

Tracy, CA, US

On May 29, 1997, a Taylorcraft F19 (registration N3937T) was involved in an aviation accident near Tracy, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind gust, and his failure to maintain runway alignment after encountering the wind gust. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

During a touch-and-go landing on runway 29, a wind gust from 340 degrees at 20 knots caused the aircraft to yaw left and exit the runway, colliding with a fence.

Incident Overview

A pilot was practicing touch-and-go landings on runway 29. During the landing flare at an altitude of 15 feet above the surface, the aircraft encountered a wind gust from 340 degrees at 20 knots. The pilot reported that the airplane yawed 45 degrees to the left, and the gust pushed the airplane off the runway.

Pilot Actions

In an attempt to recover, the pilot applied full engine power. However, directional control was lost. The aircraft subsequently exited the left side of the runway and collided with a fence.

Outcome

No further details about injuries, damage, or other consequences are provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X07965. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.