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Pilot Loses Directional Control During Landing, Aircraft Veers into Ditch (N6556X)

Enterprise, NV, US

On October 16, 1999, a Cessna 210 (registration N6556X) was involved in an aviation accident near Enterprise, NV. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a ditch. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During landing on a private airstrip, the pilot lost directional control, veered off the paved runway to the right, and impacted a 10-15 foot deep ditch. Winds were calm and no mechanical issues were reported.

Accident Overview

A pilot experienced a loss of directional control during the landing roll on a private airstrip. The aircraft veered off the paved runway surface to the right and subsequently impacted a ditch. The ditch was reported to be approximately 10 to 15 feet deep.

Weather and Runway Conditions

The winds at the time of the accident were calm. The runway involved was a paved surface measuring 1,900 feet in length by 25 feet in width.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that there were no mechanical problems with the aircraft prior to the accident.

Outcome

No further details regarding injuries, damage, or specific aircraft identification were provided in the initial report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Oct 1999 Cessna 210 accident near Enterprise, NV?

During landing on a private airstrip, the pilot lost directional control, veered off the paved runway to the right, and impacted a 10-15 foot deep ditch. Winds were calm and no mechanical issues were reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Oct 1999 involved a Cessna 210, registration N6556X, at Enterprise, NV.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a ditch.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X19995. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.