The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his intentional flight into adverse weather conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with terrain during takeoff-initial climb. Factors contributing to the accident were high and gusty wind conditions, and the pilot's inadequate preflight planning.
N6522T
CAMERON BALLOONS US A-120
Balloon · None
2 NTSB records
for this tail number, including substantial damage. See the full record below.
Registration
Airframe
Powerplant
Live Flight Status
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Transponder & Tracking
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Ownership History: 2 prior registrations
| Registrant | Location | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|
| RUEDISUEL J M | DETROIT, MI | Oct 10, 1972 |
| HOMER AIR INC | HOMER, AK | Sep 22, 2006 |
NTSB Accident & Incident Record
Sep 23, 2004
Accident
Substantial Kodiak, AK
Injuries2 serious, 2 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
NTSB ANC04LA113
Oct 16, 1998
Accident
Substantial ENGLISH BAY, AK
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
The pilot-in-command's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions, and failure to maintain adequate clearance from the parked airplane. Factors associated with this accident were the gusty crosswinds, and the congested takeoff area due to no parking ramp.
NTSB ANC99LA006