On December 18, 1986, a Rockwell 112TC (registration N112DM) operated by Hawthorne Aviation Service was involved in an aviation accident near Gardena, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
After a night takeoff, the landing gear failed to retract, prompting the pilot to return. During final approach, the engine failed over a densely populated area, leading to a forced landing on a street where the aircraft struck a pedestrian and a car.
Incident Overview
Following a night takeoff, the pilot of an aircraft decided to return and land at his home airport after the landing gear failed to retract. Upon reentering the traffic pattern, the pilot switched the fuel selector to the left tank in preparation for landing.
Engine Failure and Forced Landing
As the aircraft turned onto the final approach, the engine failed while the aircraft was over a densely populated area. The pilot executed a forced landing to a street below.
Collision on Landing
During the landing on the street, the aircraft struck a pedestrian and an automobile.
What happened in the 18 Dec 1986 Rockwell 112TC accident near Gardena, CA?
After a night takeoff, the landing gear failed to retract, prompting the pilot to return. During final approach, the engine failed over a densely populated area, leading to a forced landing on a street where the aircraft struck a pedestrian and a car.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Dec 1986 involved a Rockwell 112TC, registration N112DM, operated by Hawthorne Aviation Service, at Gardena, CA.
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