Casualties unknown

1987-04-12: Lake LA-4-200 (N2847P) — Joseph B. Carroll — Nixa, MO

Nixa, MO, US

On April 12, 1987, a Lake LA-4-200 (registration N2847P) operated by Joseph B. Carroll was involved in an aviation accident near Nixa, MO. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During a go-around after an eastbound approach, a pilot initiated a left turn and struck a tree top, then hit terrain. Winds at the strip were from the east at 30 knots, while elsewhere they were from the southeast at 13 knots.

Incident Overview

An aircraft operating at an airstrip experienced an accident during a go-around. The normal operating procedure at this airstrip was to always take off to the east and land to the west when winds were not excessive. On the day of the incident, winds elsewhere in the area were reported from the southeast at 13 knots, while at the airstrip itself, winds were from the east at 30 knots.

Sequence of Events

The pilot approached the airstrip from the east and executed a go-around. During the go-around, the pilot began a left turn. The aircraft subsequently struck the top of a tree and then impacted terrain. The line of trees on the left side of the runway ended after the tree that the aircraft collided with.

Wind Conditions

Wind conditions varied between the airstrip and surrounding areas. At the airstrip, winds were easterly at 30 knots, significantly stronger than the southeast 13-knot winds recorded elsewhere. The normal procedure for operations at this airstrip was based on wind direction and intensity.

Conclusion

The accident involved a go-around and a left turn that led to collision with a tree and terrain. No further details regarding the aircraft or occupants were provided.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30767. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.