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Crosswind Gust Causes Runway Excursion During Landing Roll (N9769B)

Greenville, SC, US

On April 26, 1998, a Cessna 172RG (registration N9769B) was involved in an aviation accident near Greenville, SC. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's use of full flaps while landing in a strong crosswind resulting in loss of directional control during the landing roll. 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

During landing roll in a crosswind from the right, a gust initially turned the aircraft into the wind. The right wing rose, and the aircraft veered left, exiting the runway and hitting construction barricades and a ditch. Wing flaps were fully extended post-accident.

Accident Description

During the landing roll, the aircraft encountered a crosswind from the right. A gust of wind caused the aircraft to initially turn into the wind. Subsequently, the right wing raised up, and the aircraft veered to the left. It departed the left side of the runway and collided with construction barricades and a ditch.

Flap Configuration

After the accident, the wing flaps were found to be fully extended. According to the Pilot Operating Handbook for the aircraft, when landing in a strong crosswind, pilots should use the minimum flap setting required for the field length.

Runway Information

The landing runway was 5,393 feet long. No further details about the runway or its conditions were provided.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Apr 1998 Cessna 172RG accident near Greenville, SC?

During landing roll in a crosswind from the right, a gust initially turned the aircraft into the wind. The right wing rose, and the aircraft veered left, exiting the runway and hitting construction barricades and a ditch. Wing flaps were fully extended post-accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Apr 1998 involved a Cessna 172RG, registration N9769B, at Greenville, SC.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's use of full flaps while landing in a strong crosswind resulting in loss of directional control during the landing roll.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X09930. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.