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Aircraft Swerves Off Runway After Flap Retraction, Collides with Snowbank (N94197)

Clinton, MD, US

On February 7, 1987, a Cessna 152II (registration N94197) operated by Vpi was involved in an aviation accident near Clinton, MD. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported normal approach and touchdown, but after flaps retracted, the aircraft pulled left, swerved off the runway, struck a snowbank, and flipped. A witness observed the aircraft was high and fast on approach.

Incident Description

A pilot stated that he made a normal approach and touchdown. During the roll-out, after the flaps were retracted, a pulling force to the left was noted. The aircraft then swerved off the left side of the runway, collided with a snowbank, and flipped over.

Witness Observation

A witness located in the run-up area for Runway 23 observed the aircraft execute a go-around because it was high and fast. The witness stated that the aircraft "came in again high and fast" just prior to the accident.

Brake Examination

Examination of the brakes indicated no preimpact malfunctions or failures.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Feb 1987 Cessna 152II accident near Clinton, MD?

A pilot reported normal approach and touchdown, but after flaps retracted, the aircraft pulled left, swerved off the runway, struck a snowbank, and flipped. A witness observed the aircraft was high and fast on approach.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Feb 1987 involved a Cessna 152II, registration N94197, operated by Vpi, at Clinton, MD.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30192. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.