No fatalities

Stall During Go-Around Results in Cartwheel Crash (N3091C)

Austin, TX, US

On November 1, 1985, a Beech K35 (registration N3091C) was involved in an aviation accident near Austin, TX. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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An aircraft stalled and crashed during a go-around attempt, causing the plane to cartwheel after the left wing struck the ground. The mechanic sustained serious injuries while two others were hurt.

What happened

The aircraft experienced a stall and subsequently crashed while the pilot was attempting a go-around maneuver. At the time of the incident, the pilot and owner was operating the aircraft from the left seat. A mechanic, who had recently completed an annual inspection on the aircraft, was seated in the co-pilot's position.

Following the stall, the aircraft cartwheeled after its left wing made contact with the ground. The impact resulted in serious injuries to the mechanic occupying the co-pilot seat. The other two occupants aboard the aircraft sustained minor injuries during the event.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Nov 1985 Beech K35 accident near Austin, TX?

An aircraft stalled and crashed during a go-around attempt, causing the plane to cartwheel after the left wing struck the ground. The mechanic sustained serious injuries while two others were hurt.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Nov 1985 Beech K35 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Nov 1985 involved a Beech K35, registration N3091C, at Austin, TX.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X38245. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.