On April 23, 1986, a Cessna 195A (registration N4496C) was involved in an aviation accident near San Rafael, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Cessna and a Beech aircraft collided on a runway while both were landing. Witnesses saw the Cessna rolling after landing when the Beech landed on top of it. Both pilots reported announcing their intentions but not hearing each other.
Incident Summary
A collision occurred between two aircraft on a runway during landing operations. The pilot of the Cessna had washed the aircraft and conducted a local flight to dry it. The pilot of the Beech was returning from a nearby airport where an annual inspection had been completed.
Witness Accounts
Witnesses reported that the Cessna had already landed and was rolling along the runway when the Beech landed on top of it, resulting in the collision.
Pilot Statements
Both pilots stated that they had announced their intentions via radio. However, each pilot also stated that they did not hear the other pilot's transmissions.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 23 Apr 1986 Cessna 195A accident near San Rafael, CA?
A Cessna and a Beech aircraft collided on a runway while both were landing. Witnesses saw the Cessna rolling after landing when the Beech landed on top of it. Both pilots reported announcing their intentions but not hearing each other.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Apr 1986 involved a Cessna 195A, registration N4496C, at San Rafael, CA.
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