Springfield, CO, USA
N9775A
CESSNA 170A
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The pilot reported that during the landing flare in a left crosswind condition, he was "having trouble keeping the airplane straight." He reported that he intended on touching down with the left main landing gear first, but the airplane "rocked on the right" main landing gear. As a result, the right wing impacted the ground, and the airplane nosed over. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing, the fuselage, and the empennage.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare, which resulted in a collision with terrain, and a nose over.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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