N716CESSNA 180E2021-09-26 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

CESSNA 180ES/N: 18051088

Summary

On September 26, 2021, a Cessna 180E (N716) was involved in an incident near Kotzebue, AK. All 3 people aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s loss of control during takeoff due to a gusty, variable wind and the rough terrain.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC21LA097. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N716.

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, September 26, 2021
NTSB Number
ANC21LA097
Location
Kotzebue, AK
Event ID
20210927103977
Coordinates
67.489064, -162.171350
Nearest Airport
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
3
Total Aboard
3

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s loss of control during takeoff due to a gusty, variable wind and the rough terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
18051088
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1961
Model / ICAO
180EC180
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
13500 E JENSEN AVE
Status
Deregistered
City
PALMER
State / Zip Code
AK 99645-9430
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC21LA097