Factual Information
On 8 June 2018 at 12:50 local time, a Cessna 180, registration N36362, operated by Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc., was on a flight from Podgorica, Montenegro, to Brač Airport, Croatia. The aircraft carried two persons, both holding valid pilot licenses. The flight was normal until landing.
Accident Sequence
During landing on runway 04, after touchdown, the aircraft veered to the right and exited the runway. It came to a stop on a flat surface several meters to the right of the runway edge.
Injuries and Damage
Neither occupant was injured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage: the left wing and left horizontal stabilizer were significantly damaged, the left strut was broken, propeller blades were deformed due to ground contact, the left main landing gear leg was broken, the windscreen was displaced from its seat, and the right door separated from the fuselage.
Meteorological Conditions
The investigation determined that a meteorological factor played a significant role in the accident. At the time of the accident, meteorological conditions were favorable for VFR flight.
Aircraft Information
The Cessna 180 is a high-wing, single-engine aircraft with fixed tailwheel landing gear. The aircraft was manufactured in 1955 and had accumulated 5,293.2 total flight hours. It was powered by a Continental O-470-J-11F engine and a Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F7691 propeller (serial EE4301B). The aircraft had valid U.S. registration and airworthiness certificates.
Investigation
The Croatian Air, Maritime and Railway Accident Investigation Agency (AIN) conducted the investigation. No safety recommendations were issued.