On June 14, 2007, a Cessna 210M (registration N33AG) was involved in an aviation accident near Hailey, ID. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Wind gusts and a quartering tailwind were factors. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During landing on runway 31, the airplane encountered unforecasted low-level turbulence and a strong quartering tailwind, forcing the tail right. The airplane veered left, departed the runway, and the nose gear collapsed. Rudder inputs were ineffective.
Sequence of Events
The pilot reported that during touchdown on runway 31, the airplane encountered unforecasted, low-level turbulence combined with a strong quartering tailwind. This forced the tail section to the right. The airplane subsequently veered to the left and departed the runway surface. The departure from the runway resulted in the collapse of the nose gear.
Wind Conditions
The automated surface observation at the airport reported winds from 200 degrees at 13 knots, gusting to 19 knots. The pilot characterized the winds as strong gusting conditions.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that rudder inputs were ineffective in the strong gusting conditions. Additionally, the pilot stated that there was no mechanical failure or malfunction with the airplane at the time of the accident.