Casualties unknown

Aircraft Strikes Taxiway and Outhouse During Landing, Flips Over in Ditch (N54967)

Sandwich, IL, US

On September 27, 1983, a Cessna 172P (registration N54967) was involved in an aviation accident near Sandwich, IL. 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 landing, the pilot used a forward slip. After touchdown, the aircraft veered off the runway, struck a taxiway, became airborne twice after throttle manipulation, hit an outhouse, and flipped into a ditch.

Sequence of Events

During the landing, the pilot used a forward slip. After touchdown, the aircraft departed the right side of the runway and struck a taxiway. The impact caused the pilot to unintentionally advance the throttle, resulting in the aircraft becoming airborne. The pilot then retarded the throttle, and the aircraft settled, striking another taxiway. This impact again caused the aircraft to become airborne. After settling a second time, the right wing struck an outhouse, and the aircraft veered into a ditch and flipped over.

Aircraft and Pilot Information

The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, location, number of occupants, injuries, or damage items. The time of day, weather conditions, and air traffic control involvement are also not stated.

Conclusion

The investigation describes the sequence of events but does not state a probable cause for the accident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Sept 1983 Cessna 172P accident near Sandwich, IL?

During landing, the pilot used a forward slip. After touchdown, the aircraft veered off the runway, struck a taxiway, became airborne twice after throttle manipulation, hit an outhouse, and flipped into a ditch.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Sept 1983 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N54967, at Sandwich, IL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X44490. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.