Casualties unknown

1990-09-25: Cessna 152 (N93286) — Comair Aviation Academy — Cedar Key, FL

Cedar Key, FL, US

On September 25, 1990, a Cessna 152 (registration N93286) operated by Comair Aviation Academy was involved in an aviation accident near Cedar Key, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO EXECUTE A GO-AROUND AFTER LANDING LONG. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 11 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot executed a go-around when high on final approach, but on the next attempt continued despite being high again, landing long and departing the runway into shallow water.

Incident Details

A single-engine aircraft was involved in a runway excursion after landing long at an airport. The pilot reported that he first flew over the airport at 1,500 feet to observe the windsock. He then entered a left downwind for Runway 5.

Pilot's Account

On the initial final approach, the pilot executed a go-around because the aircraft was too high. After reentering the traffic pattern, he found himself again high on final approach. This time, he elected to continue the approach rather than perform another go-around.

Outcome

The aircraft landed long on the runway. The pilot attempted to stop the aircraft, but it continued off the runway and came to rest in approximately 3 feet of water.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X24334. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.