N9330C

Substantial
None

CESSNA 180S/N: 31728

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, March 10, 2011
NTSB Number
WPR11CA162
Location
Pine, AZ
Event ID
20110311X24000
Coordinates
34.159999, -111.726943
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 takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
31728
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1955
Model / ICAO
180C180
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
180

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL REPAIR INC
Address
612 N 1ST ST STE 2 # 307
City
HAMILTON
State / Zip Code
MT 59840-2136
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that during takeoff to the north east on the dirt airstrip, the tailwheel-equipped airplane began to drift to the left. Despite the pilot's control inputs, the airplane continued to the left, exited the runway, and struck vegetation. The airplane continued to veer to the left as the right main landing gear collapsed. Subsequently, the right wing, horizontal stabilizer, and elevator struck the ground, which resulted in substantial damage. The airplane came to rest on its right side. During a post-accident telephone conversation, the pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot estimated that the wind at the time of the accident was from the west at about 5 knots.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR11CA162