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Landing Overrun and Nose-Over on Runway 19 (N2539R)

Ellington, CT, US

On July 13, 1997, a Cessna 182K (registration N2539R) was involved in an aviation accident near Ellington, CT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance and his failure to execute a go around. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported that after landing on runway 19, the airplane overran the 1,800-foot runway and nosed over into a ditch. The pilot noted no mechanical malfunction and winds were from 280 degrees at 10 knots.

Accident Details

The pilot indicated that he overflew the airport and checked the windsock before landing. He reported that the winds were variable, so he planned for a landing on runway 19. As he approached the threshold, he pulled the power to idle, but the airplane did not settle onto the 1,800-foot-long runway.

After touchdown, the pilot reported that the brakes were unable to stop the airplane on the remaining runway. The airplane overran the end of the runway and nosed over into a ditch.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that there was no mechanical malfunction with the airplane or engine. The cause of the overrun and nose-over was attributed to the airplane not settling and the inability to stop on the available runway length.

Wind Information

The reported winds at the time of the accident were from 280 degrees at 10 knots. The pilot had noted variable winds earlier.

Runway excursion

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Jul 1997 Cessna 182K accident near Ellington, CT?

A pilot reported that after landing on runway 19, the airplane overran the 1,800-foot runway and nosed over into a ditch. The pilot noted no mechanical malfunction and winds were from 280 degrees at 10 knots.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Jul 1997 involved a Cessna 182K, registration N2539R, at Ellington, CT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance and his failure to execute a go around.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X08404. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.