On February 27, 2002, a Cessna 210L (registration N115CW) was involved in an aviation accident near Atlanta, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point and excessive airspeed on landing resulting in the airplane going off the end of the runway, on-ground collision with an embankment, and subsequent nose over. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot landed long and fast after opting not to use flaps due to crosswinds, then went off the runway end, down an embankment, and nosed over.
Flight and Landing
The pilot was at 4,500 feet and three miles from the destination airport when cleared to land. He elected not to use flaps because of an 11-knot crosswind and winds gusting to 19 knots. The pilot activated the speed brakes, extended the landing gear, and touched down long and fast on the runway.
Runway Excursion
After touchdown, the pilot initiated light braking to reduce airspeed and noticed that the airplane was crossing an intersecting runway. He considered executing a go-around but observed the airspeed was 60 knots and he could see the end of the runway. He then attempted additional braking. The airplane departed the end of the runway, went down an embankment, and nosed over.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 27 Feb 2002 Cessna 210L accident near Atlanta, GA?
A pilot landed long and fast after opting not to use flaps due to crosswinds, then went off the runway end, down an embankment, and nosed over.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Feb 2002 involved a Cessna 210L, registration N115CW, at Atlanta, GA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point and excessive airspeed on landing resulting in the airplane going off the end of the runway, on-ground collision with an embankment, and subsequent nose over.
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