Casualties unknown

Owner/Student Pilot Reports Stall Warning on Final Approach, Aircraft Strikes Trees (N714HP)

Mccarthy, AK, US

On June 14, 1984, a Cessna 185 (registration N714HP) was involved in an aviation accident near Mccarthy, AK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During final approach to land at a private strip, the stall warning horn sounded. The pilot increased power, the aircraft turned left and struck trees. The strip was in a narrow canyon susceptible to gusty winds; winds reported calm. Pilot not endorsed for that make and model.

Accident Details

The accident aircraft was equipped with a Robertson STOL modification. The owner, who was a student pilot, was conducting a landing approach to his private airstrip. According to the pilot's statement, while on final approach, the stall warning horn sounded. In response, he increased power. At that time, the aircraft turned sharply to the left and struck trees.

Environmental Conditions

The airstrip was located in a narrow canyon and was described as susceptible to gusty winds. However, the pilot reported that the wind was calm at the time of the approach.

Pilot Information

The pilot was not endorsed for flight in the specific make and model of aircraft he was operating. No additional information regarding pilot qualifications or experience was provided in the source.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft was equipped with a Robertson STOL modification. No further details about the aircraft type, registration, or engine configuration were specified in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Jun 1984 Cessna 185 accident near Mccarthy, AK?

During final approach to land at a private strip, the stall warning horn sounded. The pilot increased power, the aircraft turned left and struck trees. The strip was in a narrow canyon susceptible to gusty winds; winds reported calm. Pilot not endorsed for that make and model.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Jun 1984 involved a Cessna 185, registration N714HP, at Mccarthy, AK.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39789. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.