Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR20CA217

Absarokee, MT, USA

Aircraft #1

N7726M

CESSNA 182

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The student pilot reported that during the landing approach he performed a "crab" maneuver to counter the left crosswind. Just prior to touchdown he applied full engine power with the intention of going around, but the airplane drifted left and stalled. The nosewheel and propeller hit the ground and the airplane nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around that resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and aerodynamically stalling which resulted in a collision with the ground.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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