Casualties unknown

1987-09-02: Cessna 152C (N757HK) — Cableair — Upland, CA

Upland, CA, US

On September 2, 1987, a Cessna 152C (registration N757HK) operated by Cableair was involved in an aviation accident near Upland, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A dual instruction flight at Cable Airport encountered a downdraft on crosswind leg, prompting instructor to execute forced landing on unsuitable terrain after settling persisted.

Incident Summary

During a dual instruction flight at Cable Airport, the aircraft completed two full-stop landings on Runway 06 before encountering a downdraft on the subsequent takeoff. The downdraft occurred after the aircraft turned onto the crosswind leg. The instructor pilot took control and turned to the downwind leg, but the settling continued. Faced with persistent descent and determining that a return to the airport was not feasible, the instructor elected to perform a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.

Flight Details

The flight was a dual instruction session, with the instructor and student on board. Two full-stop landings were completed on Runway 06 without incident. On the next takeoff, after turning onto the crosswind leg, the aircraft encountered a downdraft. The instructor assumed control and maneuvered to the downwind leg in an attempt to mitigate the settling. Despite these actions, the descent did not abate.

Outcome

Believing that a return to Cable Airport was not possible, the instructor executed a forced landing on terrain deemed unsuitable for a normal landing. No mechanical malfunctions were reported during the flight. The outcome of the forced landing and the condition of the aircraft and occupants are not specified in the available information.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X32112. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.