No fatalities

Pilot Reports Windshear Encounter Leading to Stall and Ground Contact (N3530E)

Bastrop, LA, US

On March 10, 1990, a Cessna 172N (registration N3530E) was involved in an aviation accident near Bastrop, LA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED FOR A GO-AROUND, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE UNFAVORABLE WIND CONDITION AND TURBULENCE. 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.

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A pilot reported encountering windshear on two approaches, resulting in a stall and ground contact. After egress, the aircraft caught fire and was destroyed.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during a touch-and-go landing, moderate turbulence and windshear were encountered on the first approach. On the second approach, windshear occurred again. The airspeed dropped and the stall warning horn activated. The pilot applied full power, initiated a climb, and began a slight left turn. The airplane then stalled and contacted the ground before recovery could be achieved.

Post-Event Details

After the pilot and a passenger egressed from the airplane, it began burning and was subsequently demolished by fire.

Weather Conditions

About 18 miles south-southwest at Monroe, Louisiana, the wind was reported from 190 degrees at 14 knots.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Mar 1990 Cessna 172N accident near Bastrop, LA?

A pilot reported encountering windshear on two approaches, resulting in a stall and ground contact. After egress, the aircraft caught fire and was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Mar 1990 Cessna 172N accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Mar 1990 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N3530E, at Bastrop, LA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED FOR A GO-AROUND, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE UNFAVORABLE WIND CONDITION AND TURBULENCE.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22721. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.