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Pilot Reports Long Landing and Tailwind Before Runway Excursion and Nose Over (N733PX)

Halstead, KS, US

On April 1, 1987, a Cessna 172 (registration N733PX) operated by Mitchell L. Mosiman was involved in an aviation accident near Halstead, KS. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot landing long on a 2,600-foot sod runway reported a tailwind during the roll, leading to a runway excursion and nose-over after insufficient runway to abort.

Accident Overview

A pilot reported landing long on a 2,600-foot sod runway. During the landing roll, the pilot reported encountering a tailwind. The closest Flight Service Station (FSS), located at Wichita approximately 20 miles from the accident airport, reported no significant wind change during this period.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that, knowing he had landed long and believing he had encountered a tailwind, he determined there was insufficient runway remaining to execute a go-around.

Sequence of Events

Unable to bring the aircraft to a stop before the end of the runway, the pilot ran off the runway and the aircraft nosed over.

Additional Information

No further details regarding the aircraft, pilot, or specific airport are available in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Apr 1987 Cessna 172 accident near Halstead, KS?

A pilot landing long on a 2,600-foot sod runway reported a tailwind during the roll, leading to a runway excursion and nose-over after insufficient runway to abort.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Apr 1987 involved a Cessna 172, registration N733PX, operated by Mitchell L. Mosiman, at Halstead, KS.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30775. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.