On August 30, 2007, a Cessna 182Q (registration N2001S) was involved in an aviation accident near Dunsmuir, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed and his failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing, which resulted in a runway overrun during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot diverted due to alternator voltage degradation, then touched down long and fast, overrunning the runway and striking a fence, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing and aft fuselage.
Incident Overview
A pilot reported that while en route on a cross-country flight, the alternator's voltage began degrading. This prompted a diversion to an alternate airport. The pilot stated that he was "hot and fast" on final approach, which resulted in the airplane touching down long and overrunning the end of the runway. The airplane subsequently impacted a fence before coming to rest upright.
Aircraft Damage
An examination of the airplane by a certificated FAA airframe and powerplant mechanic confirmed that the airplane had sustained substantial damage to its left wing and aft fuselage area.
Pilot Report
The pilot attributed the diversion to the alternator voltage issue and described the approach as "hot and fast." No other contributing factors were mentioned in the report.
What happened in the 30 Aug 2007 Cessna 182Q accident near Dunsmuir, CA?
A pilot diverted due to alternator voltage degradation, then touched down long and fast, overrunning the runway and striking a fence, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing and aft fuselage.
Were there any fatalities in the 30 Aug 2007 Cessna 182Q accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 30 Aug 2007 involved a Cessna 182Q, registration N2001S, at Dunsmuir, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed and his failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing, which resulted in a runway overrun during the landing roll.
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