Casualties unknown

1986-09-01: Boeing A75N1 (N44WR) — Laporte, TX

Laporte, TX, US

On September 1, 1986, a Boeing A75N1 (registration N44WR) was involved in an aviation accident near Laporte, TX. 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

During landing, turbulence prompted a go-around; the aircraft failed to climb despite full power, leading to a landing in grass where it struck a fence and nosed over.

Incident Overview

An aircraft registered as N44WR experienced a turbulent landing approach, prompting the pilot to initiate a go-around. Despite applying full power, the aircraft did not gain altitude. The flight path was directed toward power lines and a road, so the pilot chose to land in a grassy area. During the landing, the aircraft struck a fence and nosed over.

Environmental Conditions

The pilot of N44WR and another pilot reported that wind velocity and direction were changing rapidly due to thunderstorm activity near the airport. No other weather conditions were specified.

Outcome

The aircraft sustained damage from the fence strike and nosed-over position. The source does not specify injuries or fatalities, nor does it mention the number of occupants or the extent of damage beyond the described event.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X34784. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.