Casualties unknown

Loss of Directional Control Followed by Collision with Snowbank (N46725)

Glens Falls, NY, US

On March 9, 1990, a Cessna 152 (registration N46725) operated by Paul R. Moore,jr. was involved in an aviation accident near Glens Falls, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: PILOT FACTOR IN THAT HE LOST DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF AND SUBSEQUENTLY COLLIDED WITH A SNOWBANK. 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.

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A pilot practicing touch-and-go landings and stalls landed, then lost directional control after noticing another aircraft taking off, veering off the runway into a snowbank.

Incident Overview

A pilot conducted three touch-and-go landings at Glens Falls, then climbed to 3,000 feet, performed two power-off stalls, and practiced slow flight. After returning to the airport, the pilot landed on or near the runway numbers and prepared for another takeoff.

Sequence of Events

While preparing for departure, the pilot noticed an aircraft ahead taking off. Shortly thereafter, the pilot lost directional control of the aircraft, which veered off the runway and collided with a snowbank.

Additional Details

The aircraft was engaged in routine flight training maneuvers prior to the incident. The pilot had completed multiple touch-and-go landings, stall practice, and slow flight before the final landing. The runway was likely snow-covered, contributing to the loss of control, though no official assessment was provided. No further information on aircraft damage or occupant status was reported.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Mar 1990 Cessna 152 accident near Glens Falls, NY?

A pilot practicing touch-and-go landings and stalls landed, then lost directional control after noticing another aircraft taking off, veering off the runway into a snowbank.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Mar 1990 involved a Cessna 152, registration N46725, operated by Paul R. Moore,jr., at Glens Falls, NY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

PILOT FACTOR IN THAT HE LOST DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF AND SUBSEQUENTLY COLLIDED WITH A SNOWBANK.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22806. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.