N2229C

Substantial
None

CESSNA 180S/N: 30529

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
NTSB Number
WPR11CA106
Location
Prescott, AZ
Event ID
20110125X31518
Coordinates
34.654445, -112.419723
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's loss of airplane control during the landing roll.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
30529
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1953
Model / ICAO
180C180
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
180

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
YLESKI LLC
Address
611 NIKLES DR STE 101
City
BOZEMAN
State / Zip Code
MT 59715-2609
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that during landing immediately after touchdown the right wing lifted slightly, which caused the airplane to move a little sideways. The pilot attempted to correct the deviation but was unsuccessful. The left wing tip impacted the runway and the airplane nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing, vertical stabilizer, and the firewall. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR11CA106