Skylane 182/RG Turbo Skylane/RG
Flight Crew Private
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 45; Flight Crew Total 148; Flight Crew Type 30
Situational Awareness
Ground Event / Encounter Loss Of Aircraft Control; Ground Excursion Runway
Air Traffic Control Provided Assistance; Flight Crew Regained Aircraft Control
Weather; Human Factors
I proceeded to ZZZ to perform a touch and go on Runway XX as directed by the Tower. The reported winds at that time were [10 degrees from runway heading] at 10 kts gusting to 18 kts. I reported to Tower when I was on downwind and continued in the pattern. Because of the direction and gusty winds; I prepared on Final with a slight crab to the right and only extended my flaps to 20 degrees crossing the threshold at about 75 kts. Up to this point the plane was in line with the center of the runway. At touchdown there was slight lift of the plane; but I was able to allow the plane to settle back to the runway where it began to skid sideways to the left of the runway centerline. Applying rudder and turning controls into the wind with back pressure; I attempted to bring the plane back to the center of the runway to then takeoff. I was unable to regain control of the plane and it continued to skid into the grass on the left side of the runway. I began braking and the plane rolled up an incline and platform area in the grass where it came to a stop when it rolled down the platform on the other side. Tower contacted me where I indicated we were not hurt but that the plane could not move on its own. The engine and all equipment were shut down and we waited for emergency assistance.In hindsight; I could have made different decisions than the ones I made. Once the skidding began; I could have added some power to regain a more forward motion or added full power for a go around. I also could have chosen to not attempt the landing with the winds gusty.I realize winds create great hazards to flying and deserve tremendous respect. Also; knowing my limitations and being able to make good judgment calls to keep myself; passengers; and property safe are necessary qualities I strive to emulate as a good pilot. I fully expect to learn from this misfortune and strive to continue training and educating myself to be the best pilot I can be.
C182 pilot reported a loss of control on landing that resulted in a runway excursion.