Casualties unknown

1983-07-13: Grumman American AA-5 (N6043L) — West Kingston, RI

West Kingston, RI, US

On July 13, 1983, a Grumman American AA-5 (registration N6043L) was involved in an aviation accident near West Kingston, RI. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During landing, an aircraft overran the runway, struck VASI lights, and rolled down an embankment. The pilot was under pressure due to a hyperventilating passenger and had increased descent rate, extending the touchdown point.

Incident Overview

An aircraft experienced a runway overrun during landing, subsequently colliding with Visual Approach Slope Indicator (VASI) lights and rolling down an embankment. The event occurred when the pilot was attempting to land under challenging circumstances.

Pilot's Actions

According to the pilot's report, he was under pressure to get the aircraft on the ground because a passenger was hyperventilating. To expedite the descent, the pilot lowered the aircraft's nose, which increased the rate of descent. This action also caused an increase in airspeed and extended the touchdown point along the runway.

Landing and Outcome

Despite the extended touchdown point, the pilot elected to continue the landing. The aircraft overran the end of the runway, struck the VASI lights, and continued down an embankment. The report does not specify any injuries or damage beyond the collision with the lights and the embankment roll.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X43922. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.