On June 18, 1984, a Cessna 152 (registration N6273M) was involved in an aviation accident near South Webster, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a short field landing approach, which resulted in the aircraft striking power lines. 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.
A pilot practicing short field landings in a farm field encountered a gust of tailwind that prevented a timely go-around, resulting in the aircraft striking overhead power lines and crashing.
What happened
The pilot selected a farm field with obstructions at each end to practice short field takeoffs and landings. Prior to the flight, he had walked the field to check for obstacles and obtained permission from the owners. During his approach to land, everything seemed fine until a gust of tailwind kept the aircraft floating until it was too late to safely make a go-around. The pilot added power to try and clear a power line but the aircraft hit the wires and crashed.
Findings
The primary factor in this accident was the pilot's decision to continue the approach despite encountering a gust of tailwind that prevented a timely go-around, leading to the aircraft striking overhead power lines.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a short field landing approach, which resulted in the aircraft striking power lines.
What happened in the 18 Jun 1984 Cessna 152 accident near South Webster, OH?
A pilot practicing short field landings in a farm field encountered a gust of tailwind that prevented a timely go-around, resulting in the aircraft striking overhead power lines and crashing.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Jun 1984 involved a Cessna 152, registration N6273M, at South Webster, OH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a short field landing approach, which resulted in the aircraft striking power lines.
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