Casualties unknown

Midair Collision at Front Royal Airport (N756KP)

Front Royal, VA, US

On October 25, 1987, a Cessna U-206 (registration N756KP) operated by John R. Jones was involved in an aviation accident near Front Royal, VA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Two aircraft collided on final approach to runway 27 at Front Royal, VA. One landed safely at Dulles; the other lost elevator control and impacted terrain.

Background

On an unspecified date, two aircraft were involved in a midair collision while on the final approach to runway 27 at the uncontrolled Front Royal Airport in Virginia. The aircraft involved were identified as N756KP and N95707, the latter a Cessna 152. Weather conditions were excellent for visual flight rules (VFR), with 15 miles visibility reported.

Accident Details

Both aircraft were on the final approach to the same runway when the collision occurred. According to the investigation, neither pilot was in a position to observe the other aircraft at the moment of impact. However, both pilots had been in a position to see the other aircraft before turning onto the final approach. The specific sequence of events leading to the collision is not detailed in the source.

Aftermath

Following the collision, N756KP was able to continue flying and made a safe landing at Washington Dulles International Airport. In contrast, N95707 suffered a loss of elevator control, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent into terrain. The source does not provide information on the occupants or any injuries sustained.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Oct 1987 Cessna U-206 accident near Front Royal, VA?

Two aircraft collided on final approach to runway 27 at Front Royal, VA. One landed safely at Dulles; the other lost elevator control and impacted terrain.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Oct 1987 involved a Cessna U-206, registration N756KP, operated by John R. Jones, at Front Royal, VA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X32275. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.