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Aircraft Ditched in River During Go-Around Attempt (N2627L)

Bloomsburg, PA, US

On July 23, 1984, a Cessna C172 (registration N2627L) was involved in an aviation accident near Bloomsburg, PA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's mishandling of the aircraft, which he believed caused the stall and engine failure. 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 an attempted go-around, an aircraft was ditched in a river after the pilot experienced a low left wing, mushy controls, and loss of airspeed. The pilot reported engine failure and performed a water landing.

Event Description

During an attempted go-around, the aircraft was ditched in a river after the pilot encountered control difficulties. The pilot stated that he approached the airport with full flaps at approximately 70 mph. Upon deciding to abort the landing, he applied full power and subsequently experienced a sudden low left wing, a mushy control feeling, and a loss of airspeed. In response, the pilot pushed the nose down sharply.

Pilot Account

The pilot reported that during his attempts to regain control, the engine quit. He then concentrated on keeping the wings level and raising the nose for a water landing. After touchdown, the aircraft nosed under. The pilot stated that he believes his mishandling of the aircraft caused the stall and engine failure.

Outcome

The aircraft came to rest with the nose submerged after the water landing. No further details regarding the aircraft or occupants were provided in the source.

Probable cause

The pilot's mishandling of the aircraft, which he believed caused the stall and engine failure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Jul 1984 Cessna C172 accident near Bloomsburg, PA?

During an attempted go-around, an aircraft was ditched in a river after the pilot experienced a low left wing, mushy controls, and loss of airspeed. The pilot reported engine failure and performed a water landing.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Jul 1984 involved a Cessna C172, registration N2627L, at Bloomsburg, PA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's mishandling of the aircraft, which he believed caused the stall and engine failure.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40489. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.