Accident Details
Date
Saturday, December 19, 2009
NTSB Number
WPR10CA088
Location
West Jordon, UT
Event ID
20091219X54844
Coordinates
40.619445, -111.992774
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 of the airplane during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
MORONG WILLIAM G
Address
229 HIGH ST
City
LINCOLNVILLE
State / Zip Code
ME 04849-5844
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that while on final approach a crosswind gust pushed the nose of the airplane to the left. The pilot corrected back to the runway centerline and, after landing, a wind gust turned the tail and the airplane ground-looped. During the ground loop, the left wing touched the ground and the left gear collapsed. The undercarriage of the airplane where the left main gear attaches to the fuselage sustained substantial damage.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR10CA088