Casualties unknown

1986-05-31: Piper PA-20-160 (N5394Z) — Buena Vista, CO

Buena Vista, CO, US

On May 31, 1986, a Piper PA-20-160 (registration N5394Z) was involved in an aviation accident near Buena Vista, CO. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot attempted a go-around after a bounced landing, but the aircraft banked steeply right, entered a nose-down attitude, and crashed vertically.

Takeoff and Weather Change

A pilot departed from an airport with light and variable winds. Approximately 20 to 30 minutes later, upon returning, the pilot observed dark threatening clouds moving into the area.

Landing Attempt

The pilot attempted to land on runway 14. During the landing, the aircraft bounced and exited the right side of the runway. In response, the pilot initiated a go-around.

Go-Around and Loss of Control

After lifting off, the aircraft banked and climbed steeply to the right in a downwind direction. Subsequently, the aircraft suddenly entered a steep nose-down attitude and crashed in a near-vertical descent.

Conclusion

The sequence of events from the go-around initiation to the crash was described without further detail. No other information was provided.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33525. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.