On 7 Nov 2009, a CESSNA 150H was involved in an aviation accident near Paoli, IN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported that a gust of wind during landing pushed the airplane left, and after aborting, it settled into a gully and struck trees. No injuries were reported.
Incident Overview
The pilot of a small airplane reported that while landing on runway 20, a gust of wind pushed the aircraft to the left. In an attempt to abort the landing, the pilot applied power, but the airplane settled into a gully alongside the runway and subsequently struck trees.
Pilot Statement
The pilot did not report any mechanical issues with the airplane in either a written statement or during a telephone interview. He also stated that he was not injured in the accident.
Weather Conditions
The nearest airport with recorded weather, located approximately 30 miles southwest of the accident site, reported winds at the time of the accident as 200 degrees at 7 knots.
Contributing factors
Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot