| Crash location | 39.498889°N, 119.768056°W |
| Nearest city | Reno, NV
39.529633°N, 119.813803°W 3.2 miles away |
| Tail number | N180HR |
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| Accident date | 16 Sep 2011 |
| Aircraft type | Cessna 180H |
| Additional details: | None |
The pilot reported that during landing on runway 16R, in the tailwheel equipped airplane, he encountered a strong gust of wind. The airplane veered and subsequently ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and elevator. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane.
The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition, which resulted in a loss of directional control.