Accident · 2008-04-26
What the record says
- Event date
- 2008-04-26
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- Cessna 185E (N185NH)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Toby, LLC Matched by aircraft (N-number)
Probable cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was an unexpected crosswind gust.
Source: NTSB case SEA08CA112Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot | Private | None | 38 | Class 3 (2005-11-01) | 333 total · 40 in this make/model · 39 last 90 days |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.