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Cessna 180 Departs Runway During Gusty Landing (N9221C)

Ogden, UT, US

On June 16, 2003, a Cessna 180 (registration N9221C) was involved in an aviation accident near Ogden, UT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions. 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 2026-06-19Data APIEditorial standards

A Cessna 180 departed the right side of the runway during rollout in gusty crosswind conditions, resulting in a ground loop. The calculated crosswind component matched the aircraft's demonstrated limit.

What happened

The pilot was attempting to land on runway 25 when encountering gusty crosswind conditions. During the roll-out phase, the airplane began to track toward the right and eventually left the paved surface. The aircraft departed from the right side of the runway and subsequently ground looped.

Reported wind data indicated a direction of 330 degrees at a speed of 8 knots. Based on these parameters, the crosswind component was calculated to be 8 knots. This value aligns with the maximum demonstrated crosswind component of 12 knots as specified in the Cessna 180 pilot operating handbook.

The investigation

The investigation focused on the operational circumstances surrounding the departure from the runway. Analysis confirmed that the reported wind speed and direction resulted in a crosswind component within the aircraft's demonstrated limits, though gusty conditions may have contributed to directional control difficulties during rollout.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Jun 2003 Cessna 180 accident near Ogden, UT?

A Cessna 180 departed the right side of the runway during rollout in gusty crosswind conditions, resulting in a ground loop. The calculated crosswind component matched the aircraft's demonstrated limit.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Jun 2003 involved a Cessna 180, registration N9221C, at Ogden, UT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030618X00898. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.