Casualties unknown

1982-04-26: Beech 90 (N37990) — D. S. Ingalls — Hot Springs, VA

Hot Springs, VA, US

On April 26, 1982, a Beech 90 (registration N37990) operated by D. S. Ingalls was involved in an aviation accident near Hot Springs, VA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During an instrument landing system approach, the pilot delayed at decision height, resulting in a touchdown 671 feet from the departure end. The aircraft overran the runway by 377 feet and came to rest in soft dirt on its nose.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during an instrument landing system (ILS) approach, he paused at the decision height for several seconds until visual contact with the runway was established. The aircraft subsequently touched down 671 feet from the departure end of the runway under light and variable wind conditions.

Sequence of Events

After touchdown, the pilot realized the aircraft's position on the runway but determined it was too late to abort the landing. The aircraft continued beyond the runway end for 377 feet before coming to rest on its nose in soft dirt.

Pilot Statement

The pilot stated that he delayed at the decision height during the ILS approach until he had a good view of the runway. He noted that once he recognized his location on the runway, initiating a go-around was no longer feasible.

Conclusion

The aircraft overran the runway and came to rest in soft dirt. No further details regarding aircraft type, registration, or injuries were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X01744. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.