Casualties unknown

Pilot Reports Stall During Go-Around After Short Field Approach (N2751L)

Kahoka, MO, US

On June 27, 1982, a Cessna 172H (registration N2751L) operated by Jas. W. Hankins, Jr. was involved in an aviation accident near Kahoka, MO. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported that after an initial go-around due to a short runway, he attempted a short field landing and then another go-around. During the second go-around with full flaps, the aircraft stalled and crashed.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during his first approach to land, the runway appeared to be short, prompting him to execute a go-around. Subsequently, he employed a short field technique for the next approach. However, he was still dissatisfied with the runway's appearance and initiated another go-around.

Sequence of Events

According to the pilot's account, the second go-around was started with full flaps deployed. After lift-off, he began a left turn. Around that time, the aircraft stalled and subsequently crashed.

No further details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, or time of day. The number of occupants and their condition were not specified. The extent of damage to the aircraft was not described.

Conclusion

The report does not assign a probable cause or contributing factors. The sequence of events is based solely on the pilot's statement.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Jun 1982 Cessna 172H accident near Kahoka, MO?

A pilot reported that after an initial go-around due to a short runway, he attempted a short field landing and then another go-around. During the second go-around with full flaps, the aircraft stalled and crashed.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Jun 1982 involved a Cessna 172H, registration N2751L, operated by Jas. W. Hankins, Jr., at Kahoka, MO.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X03880. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.