On November 7, 1991, a Cessna 170 (registration N2584V) operated by Randolph R. Turner was involved in an aviation accident near Whiskey Gulch, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AN AIRSPEED ABOVE STALLING DURING MANEUVERING FLIGHT. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS OPERATING AT AN ALTITUDE INADEQUATE IN WHICH TO EFFECT RECOVERY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
While surveying an intended landing area, the pilot performed a low approach over water, turned toward the beach at 200 feet AGL, then experienced an airspeed drop and descent. Despite power application and wings leveled, the airplane struck the ground. Wind was light and variable.
Event Description
During a flight intended to survey an intended landing area, the pilot in command executed a low approach. The maneuver involved a turn from over the water toward the beach at an altitude of 200 feet above ground level (AGL).
Flight Sequence
As the pilot initiated the turn, the airspeed began to decrease, and the airplane started to descend. In response, the pilot applied power. The pilot then rolled the airplane to wings level, but the descent continued until the airplane struck the ground.
Environmental Conditions
The wind at the time was reported as light and variable.
Outcome
The airplane impacted the ground. The report does not specify any injuries or damage beyond the fact of ground impact.