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1987-07-03: Cessna 175 (N7659M) — Kenneth Bixler — Sebring, OH

Sebring, OH, US

On July 3, 1987, a Cessna 175 (registration N7659M) operated by Kenneth Bixler was involved in an aviation accident near Sebring, OH. 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

A pilot and two passengers made a downwind landing, touching down in the last 400 feet of the runway, overrunning and stopping over an embankment. The pilot reported being high, fast, and with two notches of flaps.

Incident Overview

A pilot and two passengers spent most of the day at Barber Airport preparing for a Fireman's BBQ. In the late afternoon, they decided to take a flight around the area. During the flight, they decided to land at Tri-City Airport.

Witness Observations

Witnesses reported that the aircraft landed downwind and touched down in the last 400 feet of the runway. The aircraft overran the runway and continued over an embankment before coming to a stop.

Pilot Statement

The pilot stated that he was "high, fast," and had landed with two notches of flaps.

Medical History

The pilot had been denied a medical certificate in 1983. The person in the right front seat also held a private pilot certificate; however, his last medical was dated September 13, 1982.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X31388. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.