On September 16, 1984, a Piper PA-18 (registration N5895D) operated by Kip D Long was involved in an aviation accident near Meadow Lake, NM. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot attempted a crosswind landing then initiated a go-around at midfield. The aircraft climbed to about 100 ft AGL before entering a steep descent and crashing. No preimpact mechanical failure was found; density altitude was 8158 ft.
Accident Sequence
According to witnesses, the pilot made a crosswind approach for landing from west to east. Winds were from the south at 10 to 12 mph. The aircraft touched down with the right wing high. The pilot then applied power and initiated a go-around at about midfield. The aircraft lifted off at a slow speed and immediately turned north, then turned back right to the east-northeast.
One witness stated that the aircraft was flying about 30 to 40 feet off the ground when the nose rose sharply and the aircraft ascended to about 100 feet above ground level. The aircraft then entered a steep descent and crashed.
Investigation Findings
No preimpact mechanical malfunction or failure was found. The density altitude at the airport was calculated to be 8158 feet.
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