On April 1, 1984, a Cessna 414A (registration N414EM) was involved in an aviation accident near Douglas, WY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft stalled and impacted the ground 192 feet short of runway 28 during a downwind landing approach. The plane had encountered icing conditions and was still covered with ice. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed and the runway was snow-covered.
Incident Overview
An aircraft stalled and impacted the ground during an approach for a downwind landing. The impact occurred 192 feet short of runway 28. The airplane had encountered icing conditions during flight, and ice was still adhering to the airframe as the pilot conducted the approach for landing. Instrument meteorological conditions existed at the time, and the runway was covered with snow.
Circumstances
The pilot stated that he did not allow for the ice accumulation and was attempting to touch down on the approach end of the runway to prevent the aircraft from running off the departure end. The approach was made under instrument conditions, and the runway was snow-covered. The aircraft stalled during the final approach, resulting in the short landing.
Pilot Statement
According to the pilot, he did not take the ice into account and was focused on landing near the beginning of the runway to avoid overrunning the opposite end. The pilot's statement indicates that he was aware of the ice but did not adjust his approach accordingly.