Casualties unknown

Aircraft Veers Right on Final Approach, Strikes Mobile Homes (N7394G)

Huntington Beac, CA, US

On May 12, 1982, a Cessna 172K (registration N7394G) operated by Walter Lohmeyer was involved in an aviation accident near Huntington Beac, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During final approach to Runway 19, the aircraft veered right after full flaps were applied, failing to respond to aileron inputs. It struck two mobile homes about 250 feet abeam of the intended landing area.

Incident Overview

According to the pilot's report, the accident occurred while the aircraft was on final approach to Runway 19. The pilot applied full flaps near the airport boundary, after which the aircraft veered to the right. The pilot stated that the aircraft did not respond to aileron control inputs. The aircraft continued its rightward path and eventually impacted two mobile homes approximately 250 feet abeam of the intended landing area.

Post-Accident Examination

An examination of the aileron system was conducted. Investigators found that all aileron cables and pulleys were intact. The cables were in their proper positions and showed no signs of unusual wear or binding. No foreign objects were discovered within the aileron system. Similarly, all flap cables and pulleys were intact and properly routed.

The examination did not identify any mechanical anomalies that would explain the loss of aileron control. The exact reason for the aircraft's veering and lack of response to aileron inputs remains undetermined based on the available information.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 May 1982 Cessna 172K accident near Huntington Beac, CA?

During final approach to Runway 19, the aircraft veered right after full flaps were applied, failing to respond to aileron inputs. It struck two mobile homes about 250 feet abeam of the intended landing area.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 May 1982 involved a Cessna 172K, registration N7394G, operated by Walter Lohmeyer, at Huntington Beac, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X03649. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.