Casualties unknown

2005-08-20: Cessna 152 (N6459M) — Bridgeport, TX

Bridgeport, TX, US

On August 20, 2005, a Cessna 152 (registration N6459M) was involved in an aviation accident near Bridgeport, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during a crosswind landing resulting in a loss of directional control. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During crosswind landing instruction on Runway 17, a student pilot's hard landing left of centerline caused a bounce; crosswind pushed aircraft left, instructor unable to regain control, aircraft entered grass and flipped over.

Incident Overview

A training flight involving a flight instructor with 360 hours of flight time and a student pilot was conducted to practice crosswind landings. The student pilot was at the controls while the aircraft aimed to land on Runway 17.

Sequence of Events

The student pilot executed a hard landing to the left of the runway centerline, causing the airplane to bounce back into the air. While airborne, the crosswind pushed the aircraft further left of the intended landing area. The flight instructor attempted to take control of the airplane, but the efforts were unsuccessful. The airplane then entered the grassy area adjacent to the left side of the runway and subsequently flipped onto its back.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the mishap, the wind was reported from 200 degrees at 9 knots, gusting to 14 knots.

Conclusion

The source provides no additional details regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, or occupant injuries. The probable cause of the accident is not stated. The incident involved a hard landing, bounce, crosswind influence, loss of directional control, and eventual overturn in the grass.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050831X01336. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.