On July 4, 2004, a Cessna 172N (registration N10DJ) was involved in an aviation accident near Wellsboro, PA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control. A factor was the crosswind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
After landing on runway 28, the airplane drifted right off the pavement and struck a hay bale. Weather reports from a nearby airport indicated gusty winds at the time of the incident.
What happened
The pilot maneuvered the aircraft into the traffic pattern and initiated the final approach for landing. Upon touchdown on runway 28, the airplane failed to remain centered on the paved surface. It drifted laterally to the right side of the runway.
After leaving the runway environment, the aircraft collided with a large bail of hay located nearby. The impact brought the airplane to a complete stop. No further details regarding injuries or damage extent were provided in the source text.
Findings
A weather report obtained from an airport located 35 nautical miles northwest of the accident site was reviewed. The data indicated that winds were blowing from 160 degrees at a speed of 15 knots. These winds were gusting to 25 knots during the period relevant to the event.
What happened in the 4 Jul 2004 Cessna 172N accident near Wellsboro, PA?
After landing on runway 28, the airplane drifted right off the pavement and struck a hay bale. Weather reports from a nearby airport indicated gusty winds at the time of the incident.
Were there any fatalities in the 4 Jul 2004 Cessna 172N accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 4 Jul 2004 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N10DJ, at Wellsboro, PA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control. A factor was the crosswind.
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