On January 13, 1992, a Piper PA-46-350P (registration N9161K) operated by Jurgen Arnemann was involved in an aviation accident near Bowling Green, KY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S PREMATURE FLARE, STALLING THE AIRPLANE WHICH RESULTED IN A HARD LANDING. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE DUAL FUEL FLOW GAUGE FAILURES AND DETERIORATING WEATHER CONDITIONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During climb out, a dual fuel flow gauge failed. The pilot returned for a precautionary landing but prematurely flared, causing a stall and a 30-foot drop to the runway. The failure could not be replicated.
Incident Summary
During initial climb out from Warren County Airport while operating under an IFR clearance, the airplane experienced a dual fuel flow gauge failure. The pilot elected to return to the airport for a precautionary landing. According to the pilot, he received a special VOR clearance directing him to the VOR and to runway 030, and he proceeded accordingly. The pilot stated that during the landing approach, he prematurely flared the airplane, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a descent of approximately 30 feet onto the runway.
Investigation
Following the accident, investigators attempted to duplicate the dual fuel flow gauge failure but were unable to replicate it. No additional contributing factors were identified in the investigation.
What happened in the 13 Jan 1992 Piper PA-46-350P accident near Bowling Green, KY?
During climb out, a dual fuel flow gauge failed. The pilot returned for a precautionary landing but prematurely flared, causing a stall and a 30-foot drop to the runway. The failure could not be replicated.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Jan 1992 involved a Piper PA-46-350P, registration N9161K, operated by Jurgen Arnemann, at Bowling Green, KY.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S PREMATURE FLARE, STALLING THE AIRPLANE WHICH RESULTED IN A HARD LANDING. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE DUAL FUEL FLOW GAUGE FAILURES AND DETERIORATING WEATHER CONDITIONS.
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