2 fatalities

Grumman American AA5B Crash near Eagle Lake, Texas (N28846)

Eagle Lake, TX, US

On April 25, 1987, a Grumman AA-5B (registration N28846) operated by Fletcher Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Eagle Lake, TX. 2 people were killed. 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.

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On April 25, 1987, a Grumman American AA5B (N28846) entered a steep left turn, stalled, and impacted terrain near Eagle Lake, Texas. The private pilot and her husband sustained fatal injuries; the aircraft was destroyed.

Accident Overview

On April 25, 1987, a Grumman American AA5B, registration N28846, was destroyed when it impacted the terrain near Eagle Lake, Texas. The aircraft was on a cross-country flight from Kerrville, Texas, to Houston, Texas. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident.

Occupants and Injuries

The private pilot and her husband, who were the only occupants, received fatal injuries.

Flight Sequence

During the flight, the aircraft entered a medium to steep left turn. It failed to maintain adequate airspeed, subsequently stalled, and impacted the terrain before recovery could be accomplished.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft was a Grumman American AA5B, carrying the registration N28846. It was destroyed upon impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Apr 1987 Grumman AA-5B accident near Eagle Lake, TX?

On April 25, 1987, a Grumman American AA5B (N28846) entered a steep left turn, stalled, and impacted terrain near Eagle Lake, Texas. The private pilot and her husband sustained fatal injuries; the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Apr 1987 Grumman AA-5B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Apr 1987 involved a Grumman AA-5B, registration N28846, operated by Fletcher Aviation, at Eagle Lake, TX.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30674. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.