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Precautionary Landing in Flooded Grass Field Leads to Nose-Over (N7886G)

Kenai, AK, US

On July 21, 2005, a Cessna 172 (registration N7886G) operated by Byron D. Brown was involved in an aviation accident near Kenai, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in a nose over. A factor associated with the accident was swampy terrain. 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

A private pilot performed a precautionary landing in a grass field due to weather, but the airplane nosed over upon touchdown. The pilot discovered the field had about 8 inches of water mixed with the grass. The airplane sustained substantial damage.

Accident Overview

A private pilot elected to conduct a precautionary landing in a grass-covered field to wait for improved weather conditions. As the airplane's main landing gear wheels made contact with the ground, the airplane abruptly nosed over.

Pilot's Observations

After exiting the overturned airplane, the pilot discovered that the landing area had approximately 8 inches of water mixed with the grass. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.

Damage Assessment

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings, fuselage, and empennage as a result of the accident.

Investigation

No other details were provided in the source regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, occupants, injuries, or time of day.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jul 2005 Cessna 172 accident near Kenai, AK?

A private pilot performed a precautionary landing in a grass field due to weather, but the airplane nosed over upon touchdown. The pilot discovered the field had about 8 inches of water mixed with the grass. The airplane sustained substantial damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jul 2005 Cessna 172 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Jul 2005 involved a Cessna 172, registration N7886G, operated by Byron D. Brown, at Kenai, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in a nose over. A factor associated with the accident was swampy terrain.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050908X01412. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.