On February 21, 1987, a Cessna 182P (registration N5824J) operated by Central Aviation,inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Crossville, TN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A rental aircraft struck a mountain at high speed in level flight. VFR flight was not recommended due to low ceilings, rain, and fog. No flight plan was filed. The pilot had not flown in five months and was assessed as not excelling in flying skills. No mechanical failure was found.
Accident Details
A rental aircraft collided with the top of a mountain at substantial airspeed while in level flight. There was no indication of mechanical or structural failure or malfunction prior to impact. The aircraft was reported overdue and missing for three days following the accident.
Weather and Flight Planning
Flight Service Stations (FSS) did not recommend visual flight rules (VFR) flight due to low ceilings, rain, and fog. No flight plan was filed for the flight.
Pilot Background
The pilot had not logged any flight time in the five months preceding the accident. A certified flight instructor (CFI) stated that during a biennial flight review (BFR) conducted the day before the accident, the pilot did not excel in any area of flying skills.
What happened in the 21 Feb 1987 Cessna 182P accident near Crossville, TN?
A rental aircraft struck a mountain at high speed in level flight. VFR flight was not recommended due to low ceilings, rain, and fog. No flight plan was filed. The pilot had not flown in five months and was assessed as not excelling in flying skills. No mechanical failure was found.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Feb 1987 involved a Cessna 182P, registration N5824J, operated by Central Aviation,inc., at Crossville, TN.
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