Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while transitioning from the landing roll to taxi, which resulted in a ground loop.
NTSB analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, after performing a normal three-point landing, he attempted to exit the runway onto a taxiway. The airplane was still travelling at high speed, and during the turn toward the taxiway, the airplane ground looped to the right. As a result, the left wing and horizontal stabilizer impacted the runway surface, resulting in substantial damage to both.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for WPR25LA285 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Sep 3, 2025
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Reno, Nevada
- Nearest airport
- Reno/Stead Airport (RTS)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Cessna 180
- N-number
- N4603B
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 1955
- 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.