Casualties unknown

1999-08-27: Cessna 210A (N6657X) — Grapevine, TX

Grapevine, TX, US

On August 27, 1999, a Cessna 210A (registration N6657X) was involved in an aviation accident near Grapevine, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During landing, an airplane bounced slightly, touched down again with drift, exited runway, struck a tree, cartwheeled, and came to rest inverted.

Landing and Bounce

The airplane touched down on the runway. During the landing, it bounced 'slightly.' In response, the pilot added a 'small amount of power.'

Second Touchdown and Drift

The aircraft touched down again approximately 100 feet further down the runway. After the second touchdown, the airplane began to drift to the left.

Loss of Directional Control

The pilot 'applied full right rudder and right brake' in an attempt to correct the drift. Despite these inputs, the airplane continued to deviate from the runway centerline.

Runway Excursion and Impact

The airplane exited the left side of the runway. It subsequently struck 'the only tree in that area' with the left wing.

Post-Impact Sequence

Following the collision with the tree, the airplane 'cart wheeled' and came to rest inverted.

Investigation

The investigation is ongoing. No further information is available at this time.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X19532. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.