Casualties unknown

Aircraft Veers During Landing, Collides with Rocks (N7244E)

Atlanta, ID, US

On October 25, 1999, a Cessna 182B (registration N7244E) was involved in an aviation accident near Atlanta, ID. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Directional control not maintained by the pilot in command. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Upon touchdown, an aircraft veered right despite corrective actions. The landing gear struck large rocks, causing the right main and nose gear to collapse. No mechanical failure was identified.

Event Sequence

During the landing roll, the aircraft deviated to the right side of the runway. In an attempt to correct the deviation, the pilot applied full engine power and left rudder input. However, before directional control could be regained, the landing gear made contact with large rocks located on the right side of the runway surface. The impact resulted in the collapse of both the right main landing gear and the nose landing gear.

Investigation Findings

Examination of the aircraft and its systems revealed no evidence of any pre-existing mechanical failure that could have contributed to the veering or loss of control. The investigation focused on the sequence of events as described, but no specific cause for the initial veering was determined beyond the available factual account.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Oct 1999 Cessna 182B accident near Atlanta, ID?

Upon touchdown, an aircraft veered right despite corrective actions. The landing gear struck large rocks, causing the right main and nose gear to collapse. No mechanical failure was identified.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Oct 1999 involved a Cessna 182B, registration N7244E, at Atlanta, ID.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Directional control not maintained by the pilot in command.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20056. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.