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Airplane Noses Over After Sudden Wind Gust During Takeoff Climb (N2625G)

Leadore, ID, US

On July 15, 2007, a Cessna 182B (registration N2625G) was involved in an aviation accident near Leadore, ID. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions and his failure to maintain aircraft control, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with terrain during the takeoff initial climb. A contributing factor was the gusty wind condition. 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

During initial climb after takeoff, a sudden heavy wind pushed the airplane right, then the right wing rose. After leveling wings, the airplane quit flying, struck the ground, and nosed over.

Accident Overview

A pilot reported that during the initial takeoff climb, at about 20 feet above ground level, a "heavy wind started." The airplane was pushed to the right by approximately 30 to 40 feet, and then the right wing "went straight up." The pilot took corrective action and leveled the wings. Immediately after, the airplane "quit flying," struck the ground, and nosed over, coming to rest inverted.

Sequence of Events

The takeoff began with calm winds. After becoming airborne and climbing to 20 feet, a heavy wind suddenly arose. The airplane was displaced laterally to the right. The right wing then pitched upward sharply. The pilot responded by leveling the wings, but the airplane then ceased flying, impacted the ground, and flipped onto its back.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that before the takeoff, winds were calm. However, after starting the takeoff roll, "black clouds came in over the west mountain ridge," indicating rapidly changing weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jul 2007 Cessna 182B accident near Leadore, ID?

During initial climb after takeoff, a sudden heavy wind pushed the airplane right, then the right wing rose. After leveling wings, the airplane quit flying, struck the ground, and nosed over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jul 2007 involved a Cessna 182B, registration N2625G, at Leadore, ID.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions and his failure to maintain aircraft control, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with terrain during the takeoff initial climb. A contributing factor was the gusty wind condition.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070808X01141. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.