Accident Details
Date
Saturday, November 21, 2009
NTSB Number
WPR10CA062
Location
Yucca Valley, CA
Event ID
20091121X70133
Coordinates
34.337223, -116.579719
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 inadequate compensation for the crosswind gusts and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N8504B
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
36204
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
VALLEY VISTA FLYERS INC
Address
49629 PLUM DR
Status
Deregistered
City
JOHNSON VALLEY
State / Zip Code
CA 92285-9576
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated in the Pilot/Operator Accident Report that he was landing in a crosswind, when a gust of wind coming between hangars caused the airplane to veer away from the wind and off the runway. The pilot applied full power in an attempt to execute a go-around but subsequently impacted terrain and nosed over.
The pilot stated that the airplane and engine had no mechanical failures or malfunctions during the flight.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR10CA062