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Aircraft Skids Off Runway and Noses Over During Crosswind Landing Practice (N7289E)

Watkins, CO, US

On July 7, 1999, a Cessna 182B (registration N7289E) was involved in an aviation accident near Watkins, CO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. A related factor was the gusty quartering tailwind. 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 a crosswind landing practice on runway 26, an aircraft skidded off the left side, traveled 30 feet east, and nosed over, sustaining damage to the vertical stabilizer, right wing, and propeller.

Incident

According to the investigation, the pilot was performing a crosswind landing on runway 26 "for practice." During the landing rollout, the aircraft skidded off the left side of the runway, continued east for 30 feet, and subsequently nosed over.

Aircraft Damage

The aircraft sustained damage to the vertical stabilizer, right wing, and propeller.

Weather Conditions

The nearest official weather reporting facility, located 7.2 nautical miles to the northwest, recorded wind from 150 degrees at 18 knots, with gusts to 24 knots.

Additional Information

The Cessna Aircraft Corporation stated that neither the Cessna 182 nor the 180 (converted tail wheel configuration) 1959 model Airplane Flight Manuals include demonstrated crosswind component charts. Such charts were not required for FAA certification.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Jul 1999 Cessna 182B accident near Watkins, CO?

During a crosswind landing practice on runway 26, an aircraft skidded off the left side, traveled 30 feet east, and nosed over, sustaining damage to the vertical stabilizer, right wing, and propeller.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Jul 1999 Cessna 182B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Jul 1999 involved a Cessna 182B, registration N7289E, at Watkins, CO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. A related factor was the gusty quartering tailwind.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X19242. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.