No fatalities
22 Feb 2024: CESSNA 182A — Weippe, ID
On 22 Feb 2024, a CESSNA 182A was involved in an aviation accident near Weippe, ID. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap during the preflight inspection, which resulted in a precautionary landing on the soft surface and subsequent nose over. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap during the preflight inspection, which resulted in a precautionary landing on the soft surface and subsequent nose over.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotIncorrect use/operationEffect on equipment