2002-06-17: Grumman G-21 — Northway, AK

Casualties unknown • Northway, AK, US

Probable cause

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop/swerve. A factor associated with the accident was a crosswind.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The certificated private pilot reported that while on approach for landing on runway 22, he encountered a strong right crosswind. After touchdown, during the landing roll, a gust of wind lifted the right wing, and the airplane veered to the left. The airplane ultimately departed the left side of the runway, rolled down an embankment, and came to rest in an area that contained trees. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and right horizontal stabilizer. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident anomalies with the airplane.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-06-17 Grumman G-21 accident near Northway, AK?

The certificated private pilot reported that while on approach for landing on runway 22, he encountered a strong right crosswind. After touchdown, during the landing roll, a gust of wind lifted the right wing, and the airplane veered to the left. The airplane ultimately departed the left side of the runway, rolled…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-06-17 involved a Grumman G-21, registration N21A, at Northway, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop/swerve. A factor associated with the accident was a crosswind.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020619X00928. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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