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N156JM accident description

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Crash location 45.956389°N, 112.497500°W
Nearest city Butte, MT
46.003815°N, 112.534745°W
3.7 miles away
Tail number N156JM
Accident date 21 Oct 2013
Aircraft type Cessna 180
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot reported that during the stabilized approach in the tailwheel equipped airplane he was inputting the appropriate crosswind control inputs for the left crosswind condition. Upon touchdown, a gust of wind caused the airplane to ground loop to the left. Subsequently, the right wing struck the ground which resulted in substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing with a crosswind.

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