On August 12, 2004, a Cessna 172SP (registration N21063) was involved in an aviation accident near Miami, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during rollout due to gusting crosswinds. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During rollout after an uneventful landing, the aircraft suddenly veered left and exited the runway due to gusting crosswinds affecting control.
What happened
The pilot reported that the initial phase of the landing sequence proceeded without incident. The flare and touchdown were described as normal and uneventful. However, during the rollout phase on the runway, the aircraft suddenly veered sharply to the left. This deviation caused the airplane to leave the paved surface of the runway.
The pilot attributed this loss of directional control to environmental conditions present at the time of the incident. Specifically, there was a crosswind component with gusting characteristics. The pilot believed that a specific wind gust impacted the aircraft's aerodynamics and stability, forcing it off the runway despite the initial successful touchdown.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during rollout due to gusting crosswinds.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 12 Aug 2004 Cessna 172SP accident near Miami, FL?
During rollout after an uneventful landing, the aircraft suddenly veered left and exited the runway due to gusting crosswinds affecting control.
Were there any fatalities in the 12 Aug 2004 Cessna 172SP accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Aug 2004 involved a Cessna 172SP, registration N21063, at Miami, FL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during rollout due to gusting crosswinds.
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