Final None Aug 19, 2024

N4490R accident at Loveland, CO

Cessna A185 — Loss of control on ground at FNL (Loveland, CO)

DateAug 19, 2024
Tail numberN4490R
AircraftCessna A185 · Cessna 185 Skywagon · C185
LocationFNL — Loveland, CO
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Instructional
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN24LA321

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, that resulted in a ground loop and a runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

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