On February 8, 1988, a Cessna 152 (registration N48890) operated by Reno Flying Service, Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Palamino Valley, NV. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot practicing S-turns over a roadway experienced an engine power loss. During a forced landing attempt, a high flare and hard landing resulted in the nose gear shearing and the aircraft flipping inverted. No mechanical discrepancies were found, but carburetor icing was probable given the temperature and dew point.
Accident Details
A student pilot was practicing S-turns over a roadway when engine power loss occurred. The pilot attempted a forced landing on the road. The landing was characterized by a high flare and hard landing, which sheared the nose gear. The aircraft then flipped inverted.
Investigation Findings
An inspection and test run of the engine revealed no discrepancies. No mechanical reason was found for the power loss. The ambient temperature was 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and the dew point was 30 degrees Fahrenheit. According to the source, this temperature and dew point combination was in a range where carburetor icing was probable, described as visible icing at rated power.
What happened in the 8 Feb 1988 Cessna 152 accident near Palamino Valley, NV?
A student pilot practicing S-turns over a roadway experienced an engine power loss. During a forced landing attempt, a high flare and hard landing resulted in the nose gear shearing and the aircraft flipping inverted. No mechanical discrepancies were found, but carburetor icing was probable given the temperature and…
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 Feb 1988 involved a Cessna 152, registration N48890, operated by Reno Flying Service, Inc, at Palamino Valley, NV.
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