Casualties unknown

1986-06-24: Beech E18S (N2001C) — Springdale Air Service — Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma City, OK, US

On June 24, 1986, a Beech E18S (registration N2001C) operated by Springdale Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Oklahoma City, OK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

A Swearingen SA-226TC (N516SS) and a Beech E18S (N2001C) collided on Taxiway E3 after landing on Runway 17L at night. The Beech pilot did not see the Swearingen in the darkness.

Accident Details

A Swearingen SA-226TC, registration N516SS, landed at night on Runway 17L. After landing, the flight crew exited onto Taxiway E3 (TWY-E3), where they were instructed by the tower to hold. A Beech E18S, registration N2001C, then landed on the same runway (Runway 17L) and its pilot also exited onto Taxiway E3.

Sequence of Events

The Beech pilot reported that he did not see the Swearingen in the darkness until after entering the taxiway. Before he could stop, the right wing of the Beech collided with the left wing of the Swearingen.

Aircraft Information

The Swearingen SA-226TC (N516SS) and the Beech E18S (N2001C) were both involved in the ground collision. No further details about the aircraft were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33886. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.