On August 27, 1983, a Piper PA28-180C (registration N8426W) was involved in an aviation accident near Sturgis Muni., SD. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot retracted the flaps too fast, resulting in a loss of control. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During an aborted landing, the pilot applied full power and retracted the flaps too quickly, losing control. The aircraft crashed, resulting in serious injuries to front-seat occupants and minor injuries to rear-seat occupants, along with substantial structural damage.
Accident Overview
An aircraft crashed on the approach end of runway 11 during an aborted landing. The pilot reported that the aircraft was high on approach, prompting a go-around. He applied full power and retracted the flaps. The pilot stated that he retracted the flaps too fast, leading to a loss of control.
Damage Description
The impact caused extensive structural damage. The nose gear was broken off. The right wing buckled and bent. The left wing was torn loose and bent backward. The left main landing gear was torn off the aircraft.
Injuries
Both front-seat occupants sustained serious injuries. The rear-seat occupants received minor injuries.
Probable cause
The pilot retracted the flaps too fast, resulting in a loss of control.
What happened in the 27 Aug 1983 Piper PA28-180C accident near Sturgis Muni., SD?
During an aborted landing, the pilot applied full power and retracted the flaps too quickly, losing control. The aircraft crashed, resulting in serious injuries to front-seat occupants and minor injuries to rear-seat occupants, along with substantial structural damage.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Aug 1983 involved a Piper PA28-180C, registration N8426W, at Sturgis Muni., SD.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot retracted the flaps too fast, resulting in a loss of control.
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