On January 4, 1992, a Piper PA-38-112 (registration N2587L) operated by Choi Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Wadsworth, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO ATTAIN AN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING AN ATTEMPTED GO AROUND, WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL. HIS PREMATURE RAISING OF THE FLAPS AND LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THE MAKE AND MODEL OF AIRCRAFT WERE RELATED FACTORS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot executing a go-around after a touch-and-go landing on Runway 2 reported that the aircraft stalled at about 100 feet above ground. Examination found no evidence of malfunction.
Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during his fourth touch-and-go landing on Runway 2, a Cessna 150 aircraft that was also practicing touch-and-go landings and was ahead of his aircraft appeared to remain on the runway for some time. In response, he executed a go-around.
Events During the Go-Around
The pilot stated that during the go-around, at about 100 feet above the ground, he applied full power and retracted the flaps. The aircraft then stalled. Despite his efforts to recover, the aircraft impacted the ground.
Post-Accident Examination
An examination of the aircraft did not reveal any evidence of malfunction.
What happened in the 4 Jan 1992 Piper PA-38-112 accident near Wadsworth, OH?
A pilot executing a go-around after a touch-and-go landing on Runway 2 reported that the aircraft stalled at about 100 feet above ground. Examination found no evidence of malfunction.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 4 Jan 1992 involved a Piper PA-38-112, registration N2587L, operated by Choi Aviation, at Wadsworth, OH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO ATTAIN AN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING AN ATTEMPTED GO AROUND, WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL. HIS PREMATURE RAISING OF THE FLAPS AND LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THE MAKE AND MODEL OF AIRCRAFT WERE RELATED FACTORS.
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