On August 14, 1986, a Cessna A188B (registration N4851R) was involved in an aviation accident near Mcadoo, TX. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft banked excessively and descended into the ground after encountering unfavorable winds during a procedure turn, according to pilot and witness accounts.
The pilot reported that the aircraft encountered unfavorable wind conditions while executing a procedure turn. These conditions caused the aircraft to bank excessively, leading to a descent and subsequent impact with the ground. The pilot speculated that the aircraft may have encountered a whirlwind during the maneuver.
A witness on the ground observed the event and believed the aircraft had encountered a gust.
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