On January 23, 1987, a Cessna 152 (registration N48241) was involved in an aviation accident near Lincoln, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing on a runway contaminated with ice and snow, which led to the aircraft striking a snowbank and flipping over. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft landing at Logan County Airport encountered ice and drifted snow on the runway, causing the left main gear to strike a snowbank and flip the plane onto its back.
What happened
Following the landing phase on Runway 03 at Logan County Airport, the pilot reported that the aircraft encountered icy conditions on the surface. As the plane continued along the runway, the left main landing gear struck a accumulation of snow that had drifted across the pavement. This impact caused the aircraft to collide with a nearby snowbank, resulting in the plane flipping over completely. The aircraft ultimately came to rest in an inverted position.
The investigation
A post-accident inspection of the airframe revealed significant structural damage. Specifically, the right wing spar was found to be bent near the wingtip area.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing on a runway contaminated with ice and snow, which led to the aircraft striking a snowbank and flipping over.
What happened in the 23 Jan 1987 Cessna 152 accident near Lincoln, IL?
An aircraft landing at Logan County Airport encountered ice and drifted snow on the runway, causing the left main gear to strike a snowbank and flip the plane onto its back.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Jan 1987 involved a Cessna 152, registration N48241, at Lincoln, IL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing on a runway contaminated with ice and snow, which led to the aircraft striking a snowbank and flipping over.
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