Casualties unknown

1988-07-03: Cessna 177 (N30238) — Douglass B. White — Lowell, IN

Lowell, IN, US

On July 3, 1988, a Cessna 177 (registration N30238) operated by Douglass B. White was involved in an aviation accident near Lowell, IN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A student pilot on final approach initiated a go-around after drifting left of the runway. During a turn to avoid trees, the aircraft stalled, impacted the ground, and nosed over. No mechanical issues were reported.

Incident Overview

A student pilot was on final approach for landing when the aircraft began to drift to the left of the runway. The pilot decided to execute a go-around, adding full power, pushing the carburetor heat in, and retracting the flaps to the half position. According to the pilot, a positive rate of climb could not be achieved.

Maneuver and Stall

Noticing trees ahead, the pilot made a left bank to avoid them. During the left turn, the aircraft stalled. The pilot attempted to recover by lowering the nose, resulting in a loss of altitude. The aircraft then impacted the ground, bounced, and nosed over.

Aircraft Condition

The pilot reported that there were no mechanical problems with the aircraft. No other details regarding the aircraft type or registration were provided.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X26174. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.