Casualties unknown

1983-08-27: Grumman American AA-5 (N6191L) — Bert A. Lawson — Junction City, KS

Junction City, KS, US

On August 27, 1983, a Grumman American AA-5 (registration N6191L) operated by Bert A. Lawson was involved in an aviation accident near Junction City, KS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Pilot encountered wind shift on short final due to nearby thunderstorm, landed long, attempted go-around, and struck a power line pole with the right wing.

Incident Overview

During arrival, the pilot observed an isolated thunderstorm located just to the west of the airport. While on approach, the wind sock indicated a southeast wind with little velocity. As the aircraft progressed to short final, the wind shifted to the north, likely influenced by the proximity of the thunderstorm.

Pilot Account

The pilot reported that after the wind shift, he found himself halfway down the runway. He then initiated a go-around. During the go-around, the aircraft missed some wires at the departure end of the runway, but the right wing struck a power line pole.

Outcome

The aircraft sustained damage to the right wing from the impact with the power line pole. No further details were provided regarding injuries or aircraft condition beyond the wing strike.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X44295. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.