N402KN

Substantial
None

AIR TRACTOR INC AT 402BS/N: 402B-1159

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, July 22, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA194
Location
Monte Vista, CO
Event ID
20150723X91538
Coordinates
37.528610, -106.045829
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 failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with objects.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N402KN
Make
AIR TRACTOR INC
Serial Number
402B-1159
Engine Type
Turbo-shaft
Year Built
2005
Model / ICAO
AT 402BF402
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
YOST JOHN B
Address
704 E AIRPORT DR
Status
Deregistered
City
WATERTOWN
State / Zip Code
SD 57201
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot stated that during the landing roll, the airplane became airborne after encountering a wind gust. He reported that the airplane bounced as it settled back to the runway, veered to the right, and departed the runway. During the runway excursion, the airplane impacted several vehicles. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.

The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions 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# GAA15CA194