Casualties unknown

Aircraft Stalls and Crashes After Encountering Gusts and Snow Squall (N2482K)

Casper, WY, US

On March 31, 1985, a Luscombe 8E (registration N2482K) was involved in an aviation accident near Casper, WY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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An aircraft stalled and impacted the ground after encountering a gust-like condition during an attempted landing in strong winds and a fast-moving snow squall with gusts up to 58 knots.

Incident Overview

According to the official investigation, the aircraft encountered turbulence before reaching its destination, during which a passenger became ill. The pilot first attempted to land on the east-west runway but found the crosswind too strong. Subsequently, the pilot entered a traffic pattern for Runway 3.

The Landing Attempt

After turning into the wind for landing, the aircraft encountered a gust-like condition. It then stalled and impacted the ground.

Weather Conditions

A fast-moving snow squall was in the vicinity at the time, with wind gusts reaching up to 58 knots. Additionally, evidence indicated that the aircraft had encountered wind shear.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Mar 1985 Luscombe 8E accident near Casper, WY?

An aircraft stalled and impacted the ground after encountering a gust-like condition during an attempted landing in strong winds and a fast-moving snow squall with gusts up to 58 knots.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Mar 1985 involved a Luscombe 8E, registration N2482K, at Casper, WY.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X35896. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.