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Student Pilot Reports Wing Lift and Drift During Touch-and-Go on Runway 21 (N9741K)

Hudson, NY, US

On April 9, 1990, a Stinson 108-2 (registration N9741K) was involved in an aviation accident near Hudson, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOTS IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS WHICH RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING A TOUCH AND GO LANDING. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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

A student pilot conducting touch-and-go landings on Runway 21 experienced right wing lift and drift to the right. Despite applying left rudder and full power, the airplane veered left toward a tree, and the go-around was unsuccessful.

Flight Details

According to the student pilot, after completing four or five touch-and-go landings on Runway 21, he initiated another landing. During this landing, the right wing began to lift and the airplane drifted to the right side of the runway.

Pilot Actions

The pilot applied left rudder to avoid hitting runway lights, but the airplane did not respond. He then applied full power, left rudder, and probably left aileron. The airplane then jumped to the left and headed toward a tree on the left side of the runway.

Go-Around

During the go-around, the pilot attempted to climb over the tree but was not successful.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Apr 1990 Stinson 108-2 accident near Hudson, NY?

A student pilot conducting touch-and-go landings on Runway 21 experienced right wing lift and drift to the right. Despite applying left rudder and full power, the airplane veered left toward a tree, and the go-around was unsuccessful.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Apr 1990 involved a Stinson 108-2, registration N9741K, at Hudson, NY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOTS IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS WHICH RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING A TOUCH AND GO LANDING. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X23010. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.