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Airplane Strikes Runway and Impacts Ground Near Building During Landing Attempt (N809SP)

Mount Gilead, OH, US

On September 6, 2004, a Cessna 172S (registration N809SP) was involved in an aviation accident near Mount Gilead, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions which resulted in a collision with the runway. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

While on final approach to runway 10, the airplane encountered moderate turbulence and a crosswind. During flare, the left wing struck the runway, causing yaw and a veer to the left. The pilot applied full power, but the airplane impacted the ground about 20 feet from a building.

Incident Summary

During final approach to runway 10, the airplane experienced moderate turbulence. The pilot observed that the windsock was perpendicular to the runway, indicating a crosswind component. As the pilot attempted to flare the airplane, a crosswind forced the left wing downward, causing it to strike the runway.

Sequence of Events

The airplane then yawed to the right, followed by a yaw to the left. In response, the pilot applied full power in an attempt to regain altitude. The airplane subsequently veered left and impacted the ground approximately 20 feet from a nearby building.

The source does not provide details on aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, occupants, injuries, or damage. No probable cause is stated.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Sept 2004 Cessna 172S accident near Mount Gilead, OH?

While on final approach to runway 10, the airplane encountered moderate turbulence and a crosswind. During flare, the left wing struck the runway, causing yaw and a veer to the left. The pilot applied full power, but the airplane impacted the ground about 20 feet from a building.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Sept 2004 involved a Cessna 172S, registration N809SP, at Mount Gilead, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions which resulted in a collision with the runway. A factor was the crosswind.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20040930X01538. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.