Casualties unknown

2003-02-02: Cessna 180 B (N59180) — Klamath Falls, OR

Klamath Falls, OR, US

On February 2, 2003, a Cessna 180 B (registration N59180) was involved in an aviation accident near Klamath Falls, OR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions while landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A private pilot conducted a go-around due to wind, then landed. During rollout, while retracting flaps, the left wing rose and the airplane nosed over, resulting in substantial damage.

Accident Overview

A private pilot reported completing a go-around to runway 32 due to wind conditions. After the go-around, the pilot made a second approach and landed on the same runway. During the landing rollout, while retracting the flaps, the airplane's left wing "came up." The pilot attempted to compensate with full control inputs, but the airplane nosed over, resulting in substantial damage.

Weather Conditions

At 1753, the official weather observation station at Klamath Falls Airport reported winds from 290 degrees at 9 knots. No other weather details were provided.

Aircraft Information

The specific aircraft type, registration, and engine count were not reported. However, the airplane is understood to be a single-engine, fixed-wing aircraft consistent with private pilot operations.

Flight Details

The flight involved a single private pilot. The sequence included an initial approach, a go-around due to wind, a second approach, and a landing. The accident occurred during the landing rollout phase. No mechanical difficulties or malfunctions were reported by the pilot or identified during the investigation.

Conclusion

The event resulted in substantial damage to the airplane. The official report did not specify any injuries. The probable cause of the accident was not stated in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030205X00168. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.