Stinson 108 N97634 accident near Austin, Texas

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions.

NTSB analysis

The pilot was attempting to land the airplane after a cross-country flight. The pilot reported that he experienced difficulty controlling the airplane on the first attempted landing and conducted a go-around. During the second approach, the wind sheared at altitude, and the pilot had control problems. When the airplane touched down, he applied the left brake while pulling completely aft on the flight control yoke. The airplane rolled left, and the left wing struck the runway. The airplane subsequently nosed over, which resulted in substantial damage. The wind was recorded from 200° at 14 kts with gusts to 18 kts. It is likely the pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing with gusting wind conditions.

Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for CEN17LA023 for the full record.