Casualties unknown

1991-03-16: Beech 36 (N23535) — Jack W. Wolf — New Braunfels, TX

New Braunfels, TX, US

On March 16, 1991, a Beech 36 (registration N23535) operated by Jack W. Wolf was involved in an aviation accident near New Braunfels, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S DISREGARD FOR THE MINIMUM DESCENT ALTITUDE AND FAILURE TO PERFORM A MISSED APPROACH. FACTORS WERE THE PILOT'S ATTEMPT TO FLY INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS, LOW CEILING, RAIN, AND FOG. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot attempted an instrument approach at New Braunfels Airport with weather below published minimums. The aircraft descended below minimum descent altitude, struck the ground with its left wing during a steep left turn, and cartwheeled.

Incident Overview

A pilot conducting an IFR flight from El Paso, Texas, to New Braunfels, Texas, attempted an instrument approach to New Braunfels Airport. Weather conditions at the time of the approach were reported below published minimums of 600 feet ceiling and 1 1/4 miles visibility. The pilot was aware of these conditions prior to initiating the approach.

Sequence of Events

During the approach, the airplane descended through the minimum descent altitude and subsequently impacted the ground to the right of the runway centerline. The aircraft struck the ground with its left wing while in a steep left turn, causing it to cartwheel to its final resting position.

Aircraft and Pilot Information

The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or number of occupants. No information is provided regarding pilot details, injuries, or damage extent.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X16598. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.