On June 3, 1984, a Cessna A185F (registration N4665E) was involved in an aviation accident near Houma, LA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft executing a standard visual approach collided with overhead power transmission wires spanning a waterway. The operator reported the wires were marked with orange balls.
Accident Details
An aircraft was returning to its home base of operations when it collided with the overhead ground wires of a power transmission array spanning a waterway at an overpass. The pilot was executing a standard visual approach along the intercoastal waterway on a westerly base heading, prior to turning onto final approach.
Investigation Findings
Investigation revealed that at the time of impact, the aircraft's heading was into the setting sun, with strong reflective glare from the water. The operator stated that the wires were marked with orange balls at the time of the mishap.
What happened in the 3 Jun 1984 Cessna A185F accident near Houma, LA?
An aircraft executing a standard visual approach collided with overhead power transmission wires spanning a waterway. The operator reported the wires were marked with orange balls.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Jun 1984 involved a Cessna A185F, registration N4665E, at Houma, LA.
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