On May 8, 1982, a Cessna 172 (registration N5111E) operated by Long Beach Flyers, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Mojave, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During taxi, wind raised the right wing of an aircraft, causing the propeller to strike the runway and flip the aircraft. Wind was reported at 27 knots gusting to 40, with blowing sand reducing visibility to 200 feet.
Event Details
While the pilot was boarding the aircraft, two linemen were holding the wings down. During taxi, the pilot experienced difficulty controlling the aircraft. As the aircraft turned to the runway heading, the wind raised the right wing, causing the spinning propeller to hit the runway. The aircraft then flipped over.
Weather Conditions
During the weather briefing, wind was reported at 27 knots, gusting to 40 knots. Blowing sand reduced visibility to about 200 feet during gusts. A T-33 pilot canceled his flight due to the blowing sand.
What happened in the 8 May 1982 Cessna 172 accident near Mojave, CA?
During taxi, wind raised the right wing of an aircraft, causing the propeller to strike the runway and flip the aircraft. Wind was reported at 27 knots gusting to 40, with blowing sand reducing visibility to 200 feet.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 May 1982 involved a Cessna 172, registration N5111E, operated by Long Beach Flyers, Inc., at Mojave, CA.
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