On March 31, 2011, a CIRRUS SR22 NO SERIES operated by Independance Aviation LLC was involved in an aviation accident near Winslow, AZ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a stabilised approach to runway 29, the right main gear touched down first, then a gust lifted the airplane. It slammed back down, the pilot lost control, and after a second gust and abort attempt, the airplane crashed beyond the parallel taxiway.
Incident Description
A pilot reported losing control of an airplane during a landing attempt on runway 29. According to the pilot, the approach was stabilised. Upon touchdown, the right main gear contacted the runway before the left main gear. A gust of wind then lifted the airplane back into the air. The airplane subsequently slammed back onto the ground, at which point the pilot lost control.
Pilot Account
While trying to regain control, another gust of wind lifted the airplane again and pushed it off the runway centerline. The pilot applied power and attempted to abort the landing. He stated that the wind did not let up and the airplane was about to flip over. He managed to keep the airplane upright but crashed after crossing the parallel taxiway.
Wind Conditions
The pilot reported that the winds were from 320 degrees at 16 knots, gusting to 27 knots.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 31 Mar 2011 CIRRUS SR22 NO SERIES accident near Winslow, AZ?
During a stabilised approach to runway 29, the right main gear touched down first, then a gust lifted the airplane. It slammed back down, the pilot lost control, and after a second gust and abort attempt, the airplane crashed beyond the parallel taxiway.
Were there any fatalities in the 31 Mar 2011 CIRRUS SR22 NO SERIES accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 31 Mar 2011 involved a CIRRUS SR22 NO SERIES, operated by Independance Aviation LLC, at Winslow, AZ.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions.