Casualties unknown

1983-04-23: Piper PA-38-112 (N2607B) — Wadsworth, OH

Wadsworth, OH, US

On April 23, 1983, a Piper PA-38-112 (registration N2607B) was involved in an aviation accident near Wadsworth, OH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a familiarization flight, an ultralight instructor initiated a go-around to avoid a conflicting aircraft, then landed in a plowed field after encountering turbulence. The right wing struck the ground during the landing.

Incident Overview

During a familiarization flight at an uncontrolled airport, an instructor was providing flight procedure training to a passenger who was building an ultralight aircraft. The instructor assessed the winds as light from 160 degrees. He made three calls on the UNICOM frequency but received no reply, so he decided to land on Runway 19.

Near Midair and Go-Around

While on short final, the instructor observed another aircraft landing from the opposite direction. He initiated a go-around and began a turn to avoid a collision. The instructor reported encountering turbulence, which made further stabilized flight impossible.

Forced Landing

Subsequently, the instructor landed in a plowed field to avoid flying into trees. During the landing, at the last moment, the right wing dipped and struck the ground.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X42636. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.