On May 1, 2003, a Cessna 170A (registration N1607D) operated by Alvin Couturier was involved in an aviation accident near Twentynine Palm, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation and his failure to maintain aircraft control. The gusty wind condition was a contributing factor. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An airplane nosed over on the runway during landing rollout after encountering a gust of wind. The pilot had received weather information indicating wind from 320 degrees at 12 knots with gusts to 28 knots.
Incident Overview
During the landing rollout, the airplane encountered a gust of wind and nosed over on the runway. The pilot reported that he had obtained local weather information from the airport's Unicom prior to approach. The weather information indicated the wind was from 320 degrees at 12 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots.
Approach and Landing
The pilot conducted a straight-in approach and touched down on runway 26 without incident. However, during the subsequent rollout, the airplane experienced a wind gust. The pilot stated that despite his efforts to maintain control, he lost control of the aircraft, resulting in the nose-over.
Aftermath
The airplane came to rest on the runway in a nose-over attitude. No further details regarding injuries or damage were provided in the report.