Probable cause
The pilot's delayed action to add power during the approach, which resulted in an impact with terrain prior to the approach end of the runway.
NTSB analysis
The pilot reported that during approach the airplane began to sink excessively. The pilot further reported that he applied power and attempted to climb, but the airplane impacted terrain prior to the approach end of the runway.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing lift strut.
The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. He further reported that a little more airspeed, lesser flap setting, and altitude could have prevented the accident.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for GAA16CA520 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Sep 29, 2016
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Lakeport, California
- Nearest airport
- Lampson Field (1O2)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Cessna 182
- N-number
- N2613G
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 1953
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Ferry
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.