Accident Details
Date
Sunday, April 22, 2007
NTSB Number
ATL07CA080
Location
Selma, AL
Event ID
20070524X00633
Coordinates
32.343887, -86.988052
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SMITH JOEL L
Address
501 KODIAK TRL
City
CEDAR PARK
State / Zip Code
TX 78613-4109
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that during landing roll he encountered a wind gust and lost directional control of the airplane. He reported that there were no mechanical or flight control anomalies with the airplane prior to the accident. Examination of the airplane by a FAA inspector revealed that the left main landing gear was collapsed and the left wing was buckled.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ATL07CA080