Casualties unknown

2001-07-28: Cessna 180 (N7275P) — Mccarthy, AK

Mccarthy, AK, US

On July 28, 2001, a Cessna 180 (registration N7275P) was involved in an aviation accident near Mccarthy, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor associated with the accident was a sudden wind shift. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A commercial pilot reported a sudden gust of wind pushed the airplane left during takeoff roll; abort attempt failed, and the airplane rolled off the airstrip, down an embankment, into brush, sustaining substantial damage.

Incident Description

According to the pilot's report, the accident occurred during the takeoff roll. As the airplane approached flying speed, a sudden gust of wind caused it to veer to the left. The pilot attempted to abort the takeoff but was unable to bring the airplane to a stop before it reached the end of the airstrip. The airplane continued beyond the airstrip, rolling down an embankment, and collided with brush.

Damage Assessment

The collision resulted in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage of the airplane. The extent of the damage indicates the force of the impact with the brush and terrain. No further details about the aircraft or occupants were provided in the report.

Pilot Statement

The pilot, who holds a commercial pilot certificate, stated that the takeoff was proceeding normally until the unexpected gust of wind affected the airplane's directional control. The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff was made in response to the deviation, but the remaining distance on the airstrip was insufficient to stop the airplane safely. The airplane then departed the prepared surface and entered the adjacent area.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010824X01779. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.