Casualties unknown

2003-07-13: Cessna 140 (N2180V) — Sullivan, WI

Sullivan, WI, US

On July 13, 2003, a Cessna 140 (registration N2180V) was involved in an aviation accident near Sullivan, WI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions resulting in a loss of directional control. A factor contributing to the accident was the crosswind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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An airplane nosed over after veering off the runway during a crosswind landing. The pilot reported observing a 25-30 degree, 8 knot crosswind and applying corrections, but the aircraft drifted left, struck the runway with its right wing tip, and nosed over.

Accident Sequence

During the landing attempt, the airplane veered off the runway and subsequently nosed over. The incident occurred after the aircraft began to drift left during the landing roll. The pilot reported that while on the downwind leg, he observed a crosswind of 25 to 30 degrees at 8 knots.

Pilot Report

According to the pilot, he initially corrected for the crosswind by applying left aileron. Despite this input, the airplane started to drift to the left. The pilot then applied right rudder and aileron in an effort to correct the drift. As these controls were applied, the pilot noted that the wheels began to squeal.

Outcome

The pilot reported that as the airplane slowed down, it turned to the left. The right wing tip struck the runway surface, and the right main landing gear wheel dug into the sod. The airplane then nosed over. No further details were provided regarding the extent of damage or any injuries.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030714X01103. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.