Casualties unknown

1991-07-20: Grumman AA5 (N9599L) — Daniel K. Barnhart — Oakland, MD

Oakland, MD, US

On July 20, 1991, a Grumman AA5 (registration N9599L) operated by Daniel K. Barnhart was involved in an aviation accident near Oakland, MD. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During an approach, an airplane collided with terrain 700 feet short of the runway. Rescue personnel reported the pilot mentioned a stall. No mechanical issues were found.

Incident Overview

An airplane collided with the ground approximately 700 feet short of and aligned with the runway during the approach phase of a demonstration flight. The pilot was providing a demonstration to a passenger, who was a prospective buyer of the aircraft.

Pilot and Passenger Accounts

The accounts of the pilot and passenger were not ascertained by investigators. However, rescue personnel at the scene reported that the pilot stated the airplane had stalled.

Aircraft Examination

An examination of the airplane did not disclose any evidence of mechanical malfunction. The flaps were found in the fully extended (full down) position at the time of the accident.

Conclusion

The investigation determined no mechanical anomalies that could have contributed to the event. The circumstances surrounding the stall, as mentioned by the pilot, remain unconfirmed due to the lack of direct accounts from those involved.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X17466. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.