Casualties unknown

1983-08-13: Grumman AA-5A (N26468) — Grove, OK

Grove, OK, US

On August 13, 1983, a Grumman AA-5A (registration N26468) was involved in an aviation accident near Grove, OK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing, the aircraft touched down nose-first and porpoised. The pilot initiated a go-around, turned to avoid trees, and maneuvered around obstacles before losing airspeed and striking a road sign.

Landing Attempt

The aircraft was high and fast on final approach and touched down approximately one-third of the way down the runway. The nosewheel contacted the runway first, causing the aircraft to begin porpoising. In response, the pilot applied power to stop the porpoising and then elected to perform a go-around.

Go-Around and Obstacle Avoidance

To avoid trees near the end of the runway, the pilot turned right toward a clearing that contained a highway. While maneuvering over the highway, the pilot took evasive action to avoid a large camper and a power line. During these maneuvers, the aircraft began losing airspeed.

Collision

While turning back to the left, the left wing struck a road sign, and the aircraft subsequently crashed.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X44160. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.