Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Stalls During Go-Around Following High Approach (N89443)

St. Charles, MO, US

On May 28, 1988, a Cessna 152 (registration N89443) operated by St. Charles Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near St. Charles, MO. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 13 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a solo cross-country flight, a student pilot attempted a go-around with full flaps after a high approach. The aircraft stalled and nosed into an adjacent field.

Incident Details

The incident occurred at the conclusion of a student pilot's solo cross-country flight. Following a landing approach, the pilot attempted a go-around with the flaps fully extended.

Witness Accounts

Witnesses reported that the aircraft was higher than normal during the approach. They observed that after the aircraft had passed over more than half of the usable runway, the pilot initiated the go-around.

Pilot Statement

The pilot stated that during the go-around, the aircraft was in a full flap configuration. He indicated that he was unable to accelerate the aircraft sufficiently to retract the flaps.

Outcome

The aircraft stalled and nosed into a field adjacent to the runway.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 May 1988 Cessna 152 accident near St. Charles, MO?

During a solo cross-country flight, a student pilot attempted a go-around with full flaps after a high approach. The aircraft stalled and nosed into an adjacent field.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 May 1988 involved a Cessna 152, registration N89443, operated by St. Charles Flying Service, at St. Charles, MO.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X25787. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.