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N402KN accident description

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Crash location 37.528611°N, 106.045833°W
Nearest city Monte Vista, CO
37.579170°N, 106.148084°W
6.6 miles away
Tail number N402KN
Accident date 22 Jul 2015
Aircraft type Air Tractor Inc At 402B
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot stated that during the landing roll, the airplane became airborne after encountering a wind gust. He reported that the airplane bounced as it settled back to the runway, veered to the right, and departed the runway. During the runway excursion, the airplane impacted several vehicles. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.

The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with objects.

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