Aviation Accident Summary MIA07CA065

Orlando, FL, USA

Aircraft #1

N95129

Cessna 172R

Analysis

The student pilot stated he was returning from a cross country flight. During landing he experienced a strong right crosswind with gusts. As he was about to touchdown, the right wing lifted, and he lost control of the airplane. The airplane went off the runway and sustained substantial damage.

Factual Information

The student pilot stated he was returning from a cross country flight. During landing he experienced a strong right crosswind with gusts. As he was about to touchdown the right wing lifted and he lost control of the airplane. The airplane went off the runway and was significantly damaged.

Probable Cause and Findings

The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions while landing. Factors associated with the accident are a crosswind and wind gusts.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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