On June 17, 1984, a Cessna 182L (registration N42489) was involved in an aviation accident near Rosebud, NM. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft veered off a gravel road used as a runway during landing and struck a ditch. The pilot reported floating longer than expected and attempted to turn to avoid a cattle crossing barrier. A witness stated the aircraft appeared fast and floated excessively.
Incident Details
During a landing on a gravel road serving as a runway, the aircraft departed the road surface and collided with a ditch. The pilot reported that the landing took longer than anticipated. As the aircraft approached a cattle crossing barrier, the pilot attempted to turn onto another road, but during the turn the aircraft struck a ditch.
Witness Observations
A relative of the pilot who witnessed the landing stated that the aircraft floated "a long time" and seemed to be flying "too fast."
Pilot Account
The pilot indicated that he was afraid to attempt a go-around due to the presence of a power line. He also reported that there was nothing wrong with the aircraft.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 17 Jun 1984 Cessna 182L accident near Rosebud, NM?
An aircraft veered off a gravel road used as a runway during landing and struck a ditch. The pilot reported floating longer than expected and attempted to turn to avoid a cattle crossing barrier. A witness stated the aircraft appeared fast and floated excessively.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Jun 1984 involved a Cessna 182L, registration N42489, at Rosebud, NM.
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