No fatalities

CESSNA 180J accident at Tyler, TX, 1 Jul 2021

Tyler, TX, United States

On July 1, 2021, a CESSNA 180J operated by WILLIAMSON RUSSELL L was involved in an aviation accident near Tyler, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach resulting in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway excursion. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach resulting in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway excursion.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotAirspeed — Not attained/maintainedContributed to outcome

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Jul 2021 CESSNA 180J accident near Tyler, TX?

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach resulting in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway excursion.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Jul 2021 CESSNA 180J accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Jul 2021 involved a CESSNA 180J, operated by WILLIAMSON RUSSELL L, at Tyler, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach resulting in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway excursion.