Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll in crosswind conditions.
NTSB analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that he was performing touch-and-go landings. While performing a three-point landing on the center of the runway, a gust of wind struck the airplane from the right. The airplane initially swerved slightly, then rapidly to the right and the left wing contacted the ground. The pilot then taxied the airplane back to the ramp uneventfully. The left wing and elevator were substantially damaged during the accident. The pilot stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures of the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The recorded wind conditions at the time of the accident included a 50° right crosswind at 7 knots.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ERA20CA224 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jun 22, 2020
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Burlington, Vermont
- Nearest airport
- Burlington Intl (BTV)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Cessna 180
- N-number
- N7955V
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 1967
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.