Accident Details
Date
Monday, March 26, 2007
NTSB Number
MIA07CA065
Location
Orlando, FL
Event ID
20070413X00407
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
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.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Address
3801 CAMPUS DR
City
WACO
State / Zip Code
TX 76705-1607
Country
United States
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 was significantly damaged.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# MIA07CA065