Final 3 minor Oct 16, 2024

N1242M accident at East Ellijay, GA

Cessna 182 — Loss of control in flight at 49A (East Ellijay, GA)

DateOct 16, 2024
Tail numberN1242M
AircraftCessna 182 · Cessna 182 Skylane · C182
Location49A — East Ellijay, GA
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries3 minor
NTSB caseERA25LA017

Probable cause

The pilot’s inadequate compensation for winds during landing., which resulted in a loss of control and an aerodynamic stall.

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