No fatalities

Aircraft Experiences Wing Strike During Crosswind Approach, Pilot Executes Go-Around (N76RL)

Tununak, AK, US

On February 4, 1992, a Piper PA-32-300 (registration N76RL) operated by Camai Air was involved in an aviation accident near Tununak, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: MISJUDGED WIND INFORMATION. FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: TURBULENCE, CROSSWIND AND FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 10 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a final approach, a pilot encountered turbulence and strong crosswind. The airplane banked sharply, the left wing struck the ground, but the pilot regained control and performed a go-around, landing safely.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported an event during a final approach for landing in which the flight encountered turbulence and a strong crosswind. The pilot continued the approach, and while on short final at an altitude of approximately 50 to 80 feet above ground level, the airplane suddenly banked about 60 degrees to the left.

Sequence of Events

In response to the sudden bank, the pilot applied full opposite controls and full power in an attempt to correct the attitude. Despite these efforts, the left wing struck the ground. The pilot was able to regain control of the airplane and initiated a go-around. The go-around was continued without further incident, and the pilot subsequently landed the airplane.

Outcome

The aircraft landed without further incident following the go-around. No information was provided regarding aircraft type, registration, operator, location, injuries, or damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Feb 1992 Piper PA-32-300 accident near Tununak, AK?

During a final approach, a pilot encountered turbulence and strong crosswind. The airplane banked sharply, the left wing struck the ground, but the pilot regained control and performed a go-around, landing safely.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Feb 1992 Piper PA-32-300 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Feb 1992 involved a Piper PA-32-300, registration N76RL, operated by Camai Air, at Tununak, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

MISJUDGED WIND INFORMATION. FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: TURBULENCE, CROSSWIND AND FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X14054. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.