Casualties unknown

Aircraft Strikes Sign During Forced Landing on Street (N200CF)

Scottsdale, AZ, US

On November 26, 1983, a Beech BE-35 (registration N200CF) was involved in an aviation accident near Scottsdale, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft collided with a sign during a forced landing on a street, damaging the right wing. Post-accident examination found minimal fuel in the right main tank and none in the auxiliary tank; the pilot later reported a fuel leak.

Overview

The aircraft was involved in an incident where it executed a forced landing on a street. During the landing, it collided with a sign, resulting in damage to the right wing.

Pilot Statements

The pilot reported that he believed he had sufficient fuel for the flight. He also noted that the fueling facility at the airport was closed at the time of his departure.

Fuel Status

A post-accident investigation of the aircraft revealed only a trace of fuel in the right main tank. The auxiliary tank was found to contain no fuel. Additionally, the pilot reported a post-accident leak from the right tank at a rate of one quart per minute.

Damage

The collision with the sign caused some damage to the right wing of the aircraft.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Nov 1983 Beech BE-35 accident near Scottsdale, AZ?

An aircraft collided with a sign during a forced landing on a street, damaging the right wing. Post-accident examination found minimal fuel in the right main tank and none in the auxiliary tank; the pilot later reported a fuel leak.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Nov 1983 involved a Beech BE-35, registration N200CF, at Scottsdale, AZ.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X45133. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.