On October 23, 2003, a Cessna 172M (registration N80543) operated by Jeffery A. Bailey was involved in an aviation accident near Montague, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a crosswind landing, an airplane veered off the runway into a plowed field, struck a berm, and nosed over. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions.
Event Overview
An airplane experienced a loss of directional control during a crosswind landing, resulting in the aircraft veering off the runway and subsequently nosing over in a soft plowed field.
Sequence of Events
The pilot was performing his second crosswind landing of the flight. During the landing, a gust of wind caused the airplane to deviate from the runway. The pilot attempted to steer the airplane through the freshly plowed field and back onto the runway. However, the airplane struck a berm in the field and nosed over.
Pilot Report
According to the pilot, there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with any system during the event.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 23 Oct 2003 Cessna 172M accident near Montague, CA?
During a crosswind landing, an airplane veered off the runway into a plowed field, struck a berm, and nosed over. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions.
Were there any fatalities in the 23 Oct 2003 Cessna 172M accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Oct 2003 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N80543, operated by Jeffery A. Bailey, at Montague, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control.
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