N6136F

Substantial
Minor

CESSNA 172NS/N: 17273154

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, April 13, 2013
NTSB Number
ERA13CA202
Location
Summersville, WV
Event ID
20130415X82334
Coordinates
38.225555, -80.870552
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N6136F
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
17273154
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1979
Model / ICAO
172NC172
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
GOLDENBUCH IMPORT EXPORT CO
Address
4699 N FEDERAL HWY # 109
Status
Deregistered
City
POMPANO BEACH
State / Zip Code
FL 33064-6510
Country
United States

Analysis

According to the pilot, the airplane was on a stabilized approach to runway 22 with right crosswind corrections in place. Upon touchdown, he heard a "squealing" noise and then the airplane veered to the left. He applied takeoff power in an attempt take off but the airplane continued left, exited the runway, and hit an embankment. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector revealed substantial damage to the right wing spar, inboard crushing of the right wing flap, and crushing of the engine firewall. Wheel brake continuity was verified by the FAA inspector. The FAA inspector also noted that there was no flat skid mark on the runway that is synonymous with a skidding tire. The pilot did not report any pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA13CA202