On December 15, 1983, a Cessna P206A (registration N4648F) operated by Summerville Aviation, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Charleston, SC. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft undershot the runway during landing in VMC conditions. The nose wheel failed and the propeller was damaged. The aircraft slid about 150 feet and stopped. The pilot reported radio trouble earlier.
Incident Overview
An aircraft undershot the runway during a landing attempt. The weather was visual meteorological conditions (VMC), with visibility reported as 10 miles. The landing occurred one hour after official sunset.
Sequence of Events
During the approach and landing, the aircraft descended short of the runway. The pilot had previously reported trouble with the radio during a transmission, but no other problems with the airport or the aircraft were noted. As the aircraft touched down, the nose wheel failed and the propeller sustained damage. The aircraft slid approximately 150 feet along the ground before coming to a stop.
Damage
The incident resulted in a failure of the nose wheel and damage to the propeller. No further details on the extent of damage or other components were reported.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 15 Dec 1983 Cessna P206A accident near Charleston, SC?
An aircraft undershot the runway during landing in VMC conditions. The nose wheel failed and the propeller was damaged. The aircraft slid about 150 feet and stopped. The pilot reported radio trouble earlier.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 Dec 1983 involved a Cessna P206A, registration N4648F, operated by Summerville Aviation, Inc., at Charleston, SC.
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