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Pilot Reports Wind Gust Leading to Bounce and Runway Excursion During Landing (N5341D)

Orange Springs, FL, US

On March 13, 2005, a Cessna 180A (registration N5341D) was involved in an aviation accident near Orange Springs, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to abort the landing and his misjudgment of the runway distance needed to complete the landing. 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 flare, a wind gust pushed the airplane left; adding power caused a climb, then a bounce of 18-20 feet, and the airplane could not stop before hitting a fence.

Occurrence

A pilot reported an incident during landing on runway 17. The pilot stated that he entered downwind, base, and final for a normal approach. During the flare for landing, a wind gust blew the airplane to the left. To correct, he added power, which caused the airplane to climb. The airplane then touched down and bounced 18 to 20 feet. After the bounce, the airplane landed approximately two-thirds down the runway. The pilot applied the brakes but could not stop the airplane before it collided with a fence.

Pilot Report

The pilot further reported that there was no discrepancy with the airplane or its systems. No additional details were provided regarding the type of airplane, the date, the location, or any injuries or damage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Mar 2005 Cessna 180A accident near Orange Springs, FL?

A pilot reported that during landing flare, a wind gust pushed the airplane left; adding power caused a climb, then a bounce of 18-20 feet, and the airplane could not stop before hitting a fence.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Mar 2005 Cessna 180A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Mar 2005 involved a Cessna 180A, registration N5341D, at Orange Springs, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to abort the landing and his misjudgment of the runway distance needed to complete the landing.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050401X00396. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.