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Aircraft Slides Off Frozen Turf Runway After Landing (N98923)

Newark, IL, US

On January 6, 1990, a Cessna 172 (registration N98923) operated by Ottawa Airmens Club, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Newark, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT. THE WET CONDITION OF THE GRASS RUNWAY WAS A RELATED FACTOR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported a normal approach and touchdown, but the aircraft failed to slow properly and slid during the landing roll on a frozen turf runway with wet grass, continuing off the end and into a fence and ditch.

Event Details

A pilot reported that the approach and touchdown were normal. However, during the landing roll, the aircraft did not decelerate as expected and began to slide. The aircraft continued off the departure end of the runway, went through a fence, and collided with a ditch.

Pilot Statement

According to the pilot, the turf runway was 'frozen and hard, but the grass was wet due to the warm weather.' The pilot estimated the temperature at 40 degrees Fahrenheit with winds out of the northwest at zero to five knots.

Outcome

The aircraft sustained damage from the fence and ditch impact. No injuries were reported. The airplane came to rest in a ditch beyond the runway.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jan 1990 Cessna 172 accident near Newark, IL?

A pilot reported a normal approach and touchdown, but the aircraft failed to slow properly and slid during the landing roll on a frozen turf runway with wet grass, continuing off the end and into a fence and ditch.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jan 1990 involved a Cessna 172, registration N98923, operated by Ottawa Airmens Club, Inc., at Newark, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT. THE WET CONDITION OF THE GRASS RUNWAY WAS A RELATED FACTOR.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22393. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.