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Pilot Reports High, Fast Approach in Farm Pasture Landing Accident (N3379F)

Mulvane, KS, US

On March 19, 1986, a Cessna 182 (registration N3379F) was involved in an aviation accident near Mulvane, KS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot approached too high and too fast, resulting in a landing midway down the field. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot landing his Cessna 182 on his own farm pasture reported approaching too high and too fast, leading to a ground loop attempt and collision with a tree.

Accident Details

A Cessna 182 aircraft was substantially damaged during a landing accident on a farm pasture owned by the pilot, which also serves as a landing strip. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, reported that he approached the field to the north.

Pilot Statement

According to the pilot, he approached too high and too fast, resulting in the aircraft touching down approximately midway along the field. A fence bordering the field was rapidly approaching, prompting the pilot to attempt a ground loop maneuver to avoid striking the fence.

Ground Loop Attempt

The attempted ground loop was unsuccessful. The aircraft skidded and drifted sideways before colliding with the only tree present in the field.

Damage

The subsequent collision with the tree caused substantial damage to the aircraft. No other details regarding injuries or further damage were provided in the report.

Probable cause

The pilot approached too high and too fast, resulting in a landing midway down the field.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Mar 1986 Cessna 182 accident near Mulvane, KS?

A pilot landing his Cessna 182 on his own farm pasture reported approaching too high and too fast, leading to a ground loop attempt and collision with a tree.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Mar 1986 involved a Cessna 182, registration N3379F, at Mulvane, KS.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot approached too high and too fast, resulting in a landing midway down the field.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33146. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.