On December 23, 2007, a Cessna 185 (registration N572E) was involved in an aviation accident near Skwentna, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi. Contributing to the accident were rough and uneven terrain, and an excessive taxispeed. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A wheel/ski-equipped airplane sustained substantial damage after the right main landing gear collapsed while taxiing on a frozen lake, causing the aircraft to nose over.
Accident Details
A pilot of a wheel/ski-equipped airplane reported that, after landing on a frozen lake and while taxiing to parking, the airplane's right wheel/ski struck an area of crusty, ice-covered snow. The impact caused the right main landing gear to collapse, and the airplane subsequently nosed over.
Aircraft Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the wings and the vertical stabilizer.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane. He noted that his excessive taxi speed may have contributed to the landing gear collapse.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 23 Dec 2007 Cessna 185 accident near Skwentna, AK?
A wheel/ski-equipped airplane sustained substantial damage after the right main landing gear collapsed while taxiing on a frozen lake, causing the aircraft to nose over.
Were there any fatalities in the 23 Dec 2007 Cessna 185 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Dec 2007 involved a Cessna 185, registration N572E, at Skwentna, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi. Contributing to the accident were rough and uneven terrain, and an excessive taxispeed.
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