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Gust of Wind Leads to Runway Excursion and Nose Gear Failure (N6961N)

Johnstown, CO, US

On November 10, 2003, a Cessna T210N (registration N6961N) was involved in an aviation accident near Johnstown, CO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors contributing to the accident were the gusting crosswinds. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported that during landing rollout, a severe gust from the west caused the airplane to weathervane off the runway, resulting in substantial damage to the nose gear and propeller. No system anomalies were found.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that while landing to the north, approximately halfway down the runway during the rollout, the airplane encountered a severe gust of wind from the west. The pilot stated that the airplane subsequently "weathervaned" and exited the runway surface.

Damage and Examination

As a result of the excursion, the nose gear collapsed. The accident substantially damaged the nose gear, nose gear bulkheads, engine cowling, and propeller. An examination of the airplane's systems revealed no anomalies.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the incident, the wind recorded at Greeley-Weld Country Airport (located 17 miles northeast of the accident site in Greeley, Colorado) was 270 degrees at 17 knots with gusts to 21 knots.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Nov 2003 Cessna T210N accident near Johnstown, CO?

A pilot reported that during landing rollout, a severe gust from the west caused the airplane to weathervane off the runway, resulting in substantial damage to the nose gear and propeller. No system anomalies were found.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Nov 2003 Cessna T210N accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Nov 2003 involved a Cessna T210N, registration N6961N, at Johnstown, CO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors contributing to the accident were the gusting crosswinds.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20031112X01886. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.