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Aircraft Veers Off Runway During Aborted Go-Around (N6202M)

Grants Pass, OR, US

On May 29, 1983, a Stinson 108 (registration N6202M) was involved in an aviation accident near Grants Pass, OR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot did not turn off carburetor heat during the go-around, resulting in the engine only developing 1800 to 2000 RPM, and subsequent loss of directional control. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During an aborted go-around, a aircraft ran off the runway and into bushes after the pilot failed to turn off carburetor heat, resulting in insufficient engine power.

Incident Summary

An aircraft departed the runway and collided with bushes during an aborted go-around. The incident occurred after the pilot initiated a go-around due to a crosswind during landing.

Pilot Account

According to the pilot, a crosswind caught the aircraft as he was landing. Despite his attempts to keep the aircraft straight, it began to veer to the left, prompting him to decide on a go-around. He applied full power but did not turn off the carburetor heat. The engine was only developing between 1800 and 2000 RPM. Consequently, he abandoned the go-around. At that point, directional control was lost, and the aircraft went off the runway into the bushes.

Probable Cause

The pilot did not turn off carburetor heat during the go-around, resulting in the engine only developing 1800 to 2000 RPM. The aircraft then lost directional control and departed the runway.

Runway excursion

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 May 1983 Stinson 108 accident near Grants Pass, OR?

During an aborted go-around, a aircraft ran off the runway and into bushes after the pilot failed to turn off carburetor heat, resulting in insufficient engine power.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 May 1983 involved a Stinson 108, registration N6202M, at Grants Pass, OR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot did not turn off carburetor heat during the go-around, resulting in the engine only developing 1800 to 2000 RPM, and subsequent loss of directional control.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X43162. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.