N5286H

Substantial
None

CESSNA 172MS/N: 17265396

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, February 19, 2012
NTSB Number
ERA12CA211
Location
Mayaquez, PR
Event ID
20120306X40037
Coordinates
18.221748, -66.589309
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
4
Total Aboard
4

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot did not maintain control of the airplane while landing in crosswind conditions.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
17265396
Engine Type
4-cycle
Year Built
1975
Model / ICAO
172MC172
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
172M

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
NIEVES IRVYN T
Address
PO BOX 4522
City
VEGA BAJA
State / Zip Code
PR 00694-4522
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that the winds were calm during his approach to runway 9; however, just prior to landing, the airplane experienced a strong crosswind. He subsequently applied full engine power, and attempted to abort the landing; however, the airplane touched down, veered off the runway, and nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and the airframe around windshield. The pilot reported that he did not experience any preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures. Winds reported at the airport, about 30 minutes prior to the accident, were from 320 degrees at 13 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# ERA12CA211