On April 16, 1991, a Cessna 170B (registration N8188A) operated by A. Parker was involved in an aviation accident near Carlisle, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED ABOVE THE STALLING SPEED OF THE AIRPLANE AND THE RESULTANT INADVERTENT STALL. A FACTOR WAS THE EMOTIONAL STATE OF THE PILOT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
The operator reported unauthorized use of the airplane. The pilot conducted low maneuvers, lost control during a low pass, and the airplane stalled and collided with terrain. The FAA had revoked the pilot's license that morning.
Background
According to the operator, the pilot did not have permission to use the airplane. On the morning of the accident, the pilot had been notified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that his pilot's license had been revoked. The operator noted that this notification had upset the pilot.
Accident Sequence
After taking off, the pilot began a series of low-altitude maneuvers. While conducting a low pass near a hangar, the pilot lost control of the airplane. The airplane subsequently stalled and collided with terrain beyond the hangar.
Post-Accident Information
No further details regarding injuries, aircraft damage, or other factors were provided in the source. The operator’s report is the sole basis for this account.