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Student Pilot Steers Off Runway After Slipped Landing Attempt (N5265L)

Cleveland, TN, US

On August 6, 1990, a Cessna 152 (registration N5265L) operated by C And G Acft Sales Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Cleveland, TN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY JUDGE THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE AIRPLANE AND HIS SUBSEQUENT FAILURE TO PERFORM A GO AROUND. FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT WERE THE TAILWIND CONDITION AT THE AIRPORT. 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.

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

A student pilot, on his third slipped approach attempt, realized excessive speed during landing roll, failed to brake in time, and steered off the runway to avoid obstructions. He later noted a tailwind condition and did not execute a go-around.

Event Details

A student pilot was attempting his third slipped approach and landing after two previous unsuccessful attempts. During the landing roll, the pilot realized that the aircraft was excessively fast. He did not apply the brakes soon enough. To avoid obstructions at the departure end of the runway, he steered the airplane off the runway surface.

Pilot's Actions

After exiting the airplane, the student pilot noted that he had been landing in a tailwind condition. He did not attempt a go-around at any point during the approach or landing. The source does not specify any other actions taken by the pilot or any mechanical issues with the aircraft.

No further details are available regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, or time of day, and no information is provided about any injuries or damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Aug 1990 Cessna 152 accident near Cleveland, TN?

A student pilot, on his third slipped approach attempt, realized excessive speed during landing roll, failed to brake in time, and steered off the runway to avoid obstructions. He later noted a tailwind condition and did not execute a go-around.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Aug 1990 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Aug 1990 involved a Cessna 152, registration N5265L, operated by C And G Acft Sales Inc., at Cleveland, TN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY JUDGE THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE AIRPLANE AND HIS SUBSEQUENT FAILURE TO PERFORM A GO AROUND. FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT WERE THE TAILWIND CONDITION AT THE AIRPORT.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X23889. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.