No fatalities

Tail-Dragger Flips During Crosswind Landing Attempt

Walnut Ridge, AR, United States

On May 10, 2011, a GULFSTREAM-SCHWEIZER A/C CORP GULFSTREAM AM G-164B operated by WILSON FLYING SERVICE INC was involved in an aviation accident near Walnut Ridge, AR. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a left quartering tailwind and wind gusts. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 9 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot lost control of his tail-wheel aircraft during a landing in a left-quartering tailwind, causing it to flip over and sustain substantial damage to wings, tail, and fuselage.

Incident Overview

During a landing attempt, the pilot of a tail-wheel equipped airplane encountered a strong gust of wind while flying in a left-quartering tailwind. The pilot subsequently lost control of the airplane, which flipped over. The accident resulted in substantial damage to both wings, the vertical stabilizer, and the fuselage.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident. In his assessment, the accident could have been prevented if he had executed a go-around and landed in the opposite direction.

Damage Assessment

The aircraft sustained substantial damage, including both wings, the vertical stabilizer, and the fuselage. No further details on the extent of damage were provided.

Additional Information

The pilot did not report any injuries. The specific make, model, or registration of the airplane was not disclosed in the report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 May 2011 GULFSTREAM-SCHWEIZER A/C CORP GULFSTREAM AM G-164B accident near Walnut Ridge, AR?

A pilot lost control of his tail-wheel aircraft during a landing in a left-quartering tailwind, causing it to flip over and sustain substantial damage to wings, tail, and fuselage.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 May 2011 GULFSTREAM-SCHWEIZER A/C CORP GULFSTREAM AM G-164B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 May 2011 involved a GULFSTREAM-SCHWEIZER A/C CORP GULFSTREAM AM G-164B, operated by WILSON FLYING SERVICE INC, at Walnut Ridge, AR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a left quartering tailwind and wind gusts.