On March 22, 2005, a Cessna 172S (registration N562AB) operated by The Flight School OF Palm Springs was involved in an aviation accident near Thermal, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. 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.
A student pilot encountered a quartering wind during the sixth touch-and-go landing, causing the airplane to veer left off the runway and hit a cement block, resulting in a nose-over. No mechanical issues were found.
Accident Sequence
A student pilot completed five successful touch-and-go landings. During the sixth landing, a quartering wind pushed the airplane to the left of the runway. The student attempted to take off, but the airplane veered off the runway surface. The nose wheel subsequently struck a cement block, causing the airplane to nose over.
Investigation Findings
Examination of the airplane revealed no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures. No anomalies were identified in the aircraft's systems or structure that could have contributed to the accident. The event was thus attributed to environmental conditions and the pilot's actions during the landing.
What happened in the 22 Mar 2005 Cessna 172S accident near Thermal, CA?
A student pilot encountered a quartering wind during the sixth touch-and-go landing, causing the airplane to veer left off the runway and hit a cement block, resulting in a nose-over. No mechanical issues were found.
Were there any fatalities in the 22 Mar 2005 Cessna 172S accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Mar 2005 involved a Cessna 172S, registration N562AB, operated by The Flight School OF Palm Springs, at Thermal, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control.
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