On February 28, 1985, a Beech 76 (registration N6705T) was involved in an aviation accident near Shafter, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a multi-engine training flight, a witness observed the aircraft execute a single-engine go-around at about 50 feet, yaw left, then continue level until striking a building 300 yards west of the runway.
Accident Details
During a multi-engine training flight, the aircraft was observed by a witness as it initiated a single-engine go-around at an altitude of approximately 50 feet above ground level. The witness reported that as full power was applied to the right engine, the aircraft yawed to the left. The airplane then continued with wings level and exhibited no pitch-up or pitch-down movement.
Final Impact
The aircraft continued on its trajectory until it struck the top of a single-story cement building. The building was located about 300 yards west of the runway. No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or subsequent events are available from the source.
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