Pleasanton, KS, USA
N5759t
Cessna 172E
While performing a go around in gusty crosswinds, the pilot lost control of the airplane. The left wing struck a tree and the airplane spun around, striking another tree. The airplane came to rest nose down between the trees. Post-accident examination revealed both wings and engine cowling were crushed.
According to the pilot, he was landing at his private grass airstrip. After examining the wind sock, which was indicating "at least 15 knots," he decided to execute a go-around due to the strong gusty crosswinds. The pilot said that during the go-around attempt, a gust of wind prevented the airplane from climbing and it began to descend. The airplane struck a tree with its left wing and spun around striking another tree. The airplane came to rest nose down between the trees. A post-accident examination of the airplane showed both wings and engine cowling crushed aft.
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around. Contributing factors were the gusts and crosswinds.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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