Casualties unknown

Aircraft Stalls on Landing, Strikes Fence (N2958W)

Dixie, ID, US

On April 1, 1983, a Partenavia P68C/TC (registration N2958W) was involved in an aviation accident near Dixie, ID. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing, a multi-engine aircraft stalled after power reduction at 10 feet, causing the left wing to drag and collide with a fence. The second pilot, with limited multi-engine experience, was at the controls.

Accident Overview

A multi-engine aircraft stalled and collided with a fence during the landing phase. The left wing and main gear contacted the ground, and the aircraft subsequently struck a fence pole, rotating left into the fence.

Flight Details

The second pilot, who possessed limited multi-engine experience, was performing the landing. The pilot-in-command (PIC) was also present. The approach required a left turn (dog leg) just prior to landing due to terrain constraints. The PIC stated that he did not see the grass runway until the other pilot made the turn to land.

Landing Sequence

When power was reduced approximately 10 feet above the runway threshold, the aircraft stalled. The left main gear and left wing tip then made contact with the ground. The PIC took control and attempted to correct the situation by applying power, brake, and rudder. Despite these efforts, the left wing struck a fence pole, and the aircraft rotated left into the fence.

Pilot Actions

The PIC reported that he did not see the grass runway until the other pilot turned to land. He then assumed control after the stall and attempted to recover, but the aircraft continued into the fence.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X42824. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.