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Aircraft Noses Over After Skidding on Ice-Contaminated Runway (N67897)

Meriden, CT, US

On January 21, 1983, a Cessna 152 (registration N67897) was involved in an aviation accident near Meriden, CT. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

The pilot reported that after touchdown, the left main wheel skidded on ice, then contacted dry pavement, causing the aircraft to pivot left. Despite corrective inputs, the wheel and nosewheel struck a snowbank, resulting in a nose-over.

Accident Summary

Following a round-trip cross-country flight, the pilot landed on a runway that had patches of ice. During the landing roll, the left main wheel appeared to be frozen and skidded across an icy patch. As the skid continued, the left main wheel contacted a dry portion of the runway, causing the aircraft to pivot sharply to the left.

Sequence of Events

The pilot attempted to correct the unexpected movement by applying right rudder and a slight increase in power. However, the left main wheel and the nosewheel subsequently struck a snowbank adjacent to the runway. The impact caused the aircraft to nose over. The pilot reported no other factors or pre-existing conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jan 1983 Cessna 152 accident near Meriden, CT?

The pilot reported that after touchdown, the left main wheel skidded on ice, then contacted dry pavement, causing the aircraft to pivot left. Despite corrective inputs, the wheel and nosewheel struck a snowbank, resulting in a nose-over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Jan 1983 involved a Cessna 152, registration N67897, at Meriden, CT.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X42083. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.