On August 23, 1999, a Cessna 182J (registration N2808F) was involved in an aviation accident near Yellow Pine, ID. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Misjudged approach resulting in landing long. Factors include an intentional ground-loop, excessive airspeed and an embankment. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft crossed the threshold high, floated, touched down midfield, then the pilot applied max braking and intentionally ground-looped. The aircraft skidded off the 1,500-foot runway, down an 85-foot embankment, and nosed over, sustaining substantial damage.
Accident Details
The aircraft crossed the landing threshold slightly high and continued to float down the runway before making contact with the ground. The touchdown occurred approximately at the midfield point of the runway. Upon touchdown, the pilot applied maximum braking force and intentionally executed a ground-loop maneuver in an attempt to bring the aircraft to a stop.
Despite these actions, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. It skidded off the end of the 1,500-foot runway, descended down an 85-foot embankment, and subsequently nosed over. The aircraft sustained substantial damage, including to the firewall and both wings.
Reported Conditions
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures at the time of the accident. The investigation did not identify any pre-existing issues with the aircraft's systems or structure that would have contributed to the event.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 23 Aug 1999 Cessna 182J accident near Yellow Pine, ID?
An aircraft crossed the threshold high, floated, touched down midfield, then the pilot applied max braking and intentionally ground-looped. The aircraft skidded off the 1,500-foot runway, down an 85-foot embankment, and nosed over, sustaining substantial damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 23 Aug 1999 Cessna 182J accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Aug 1999 involved a Cessna 182J, registration N2808F, at Yellow Pine, ID.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Misjudged approach resulting in landing long. Factors include an intentional ground-loop, excessive airspeed and an embankment.