Casualties unknown

1987-11-28: Beech 95-B55 (N5934S) — Commerce, TX

Commerce, TX, US

On November 28, 1987, a Beech 95-B55 (registration N5934S) was involved in an aviation accident near Commerce, TX. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a flight to satisfy an insurance requirement for dual instruction, a Beech 95-B55 was observed in a clockwise flat spin. The left engine was at full power, right engine idling and feathered. No malfunctions were found. The CFI had limited experience in the type.

Flight Purpose

The flight was conducted to satisfy an insurance requirement that the aircraft owner receive 10 hours of dual instruction in the aircraft.

Aircraft Configuration

The dual controls had been removed, and the sole control column was located on the left side. The landing gear was down, and the flaps were extended at the time of the event.

Observed Maneuver

The aircraft was observed in a clockwise flat spin until impact.

Post-Impact Findings

After the accident, examination revealed the left engine was at full power, while the right throttle was in the idle position and the right propeller control was in the feather position. The right propeller was against the start lock pins. No mechanical malfunctions were found.

Pilot Experience

The certified flight instructor (CFI) was occupying the right seat and had accumulated only 0.5 hours of flight time in Beech 95-B55 aircraft. Federal Aviation Regulations prohibit a CFI from acting as pilot-in-command in a multiengine aircraft without dual controls installed.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X32528. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.