Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA16CA528

Jacksonville, FL, USA

Aircraft #1

N808ET

DIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND INC DA 40

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during the landing roll in crosswind conditions, the airplane drifted off the runway to the right and the left wing impacted a runway sign. A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. An automated weather observing station 5 nautical miles from the accident airport, about the time of the accident, recorded the wind at 090 degrees true at 11 knots. The pilot reported he landed on runway 7.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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