On August 14, 1985, a Cessna 172N (registration N738XZ) was involved in an aviation accident near Sallisaw, OK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot executing a precautionary landing due to electrical failure aborted the rollout on a grass strip and collided with trees at the end of the runway.
What happened
The pilot reported experiencing an electrical failure during flight, which prompted the decision to execute a precautionary landing. The intended destination was Sallisaw Municipal Airport. Upon arrival, ground equipment was observed occupying the paved runway, leading the pilot to select an adjacent grass strip for the landing instead.
During the rollout on the grass surface, the pilot determined that stopping before the end of the available strip was not feasible. Consequently, an aborted landing was initiated. As the aircraft attempted to climb out or maneuver away from the strip, it collided with trees located at the end of the runway area.
What happened in the 14 Aug 1985 Cessna 172N accident near Sallisaw, OK?
A pilot executing a precautionary landing due to electrical failure aborted the rollout on a grass strip and collided with trees at the end of the runway.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 14 Aug 1985 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N738XZ, at Sallisaw, OK.
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