Casualties unknown

Aircraft Noses Over After Runway Excursion During Go-Around (N6231B)

Lacey Springs, AL, US

On May 20, 1984, a Cessna 152 (registration N6231B) operated by Underwood Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Lacey Springs, AL. 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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Pilot aborted first approach due to gusty winds; on second attempt, aircraft touched down long, veered left, and nosed over after left main gear left runway surface.

Accident Summary

A pilot arriving at an uncontrolled airport experienced a runway excursion and subsequent nose-over during a go-around. The airport's UNICOM was unavailable because the office was closed. The pilot decided to land on Runway 24 after observing another aircraft depart. The first approach was aborted due to gusty winds. On the second approach, the aircraft touched down approximately one-third of the way down the runway.

Sequence of Events

After touchdown, the pilot reported that the wind blew the aircraft to the left. The left main landing gear departed the hard surface, prompting the pilot to initiate a go-around. However, the nosewheel also left the hard surface and became buried in soft mud. As a result, the aircraft nosed over.

No further details about the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, or occupants are available from the source. No injuries or damage are reported.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 May 1984 Cessna 152 accident near Lacey Springs, AL?

Pilot aborted first approach due to gusty winds; on second attempt, aircraft touched down long, veered left, and nosed over after left main gear left runway surface.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 May 1984 involved a Cessna 152, registration N6231B, operated by Underwood Aviation, at Lacey Springs, AL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39482. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.