On September 21, 1986, a Beech V35 (registration N50BD) operated by Edward Hayes was involved in an aviation accident near Albuquerque, NM. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot reported a runaway trim system caused loss of control during landing at Albuquerque Municipal Airport, resulting in a hard impact with no mechanical failure found.
What happened
An aircraft landed hard at the Albuquerque Municipal Airport. The pilot stated that he experienced a runaway trim condition which led to a loss of control of the airplane. A passenger on board reported feeling that the pilot had lost control due to temporary physical incapacitation.
The investigation
A thorough examination of the flight control system was conducted following the incident. Investigators found no evidence of a malfunction or failure in the flight control system prior to ground impact. Additionally, all voice communications between the pilot and the air traffic controller were reviewed and found to be normal throughout the event.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 21 Sept 1986 Beech V35 accident near Albuquerque, NM?
A pilot reported a runaway trim system caused loss of control during landing at Albuquerque Municipal Airport, resulting in a hard impact with no mechanical failure found.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Sept 1986 involved a Beech V35, registration N50BD, operated by Edward Hayes, at Albuquerque, NM.
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