On February 9, 1992, a Stinson 108-2 (registration N905D) operated by George W. Mcneven was involved in an aviation accident near Cube Cove, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE ENCOUNTER OF WINDSHEAR DURING THE FINAL APPROACH AND THE PILOT'S IMPROPER IN FLIGHT PLANNING AND DECISIONS BY ELECTING TO LAND DOWNWIND. FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE ROUGH AND UNEVEN TERRAIN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During final approach to a south-facing airstrip with sloping terrain, an airplane impacted ground short and left of centerline after multiple passes. Wind from north at 15-20 knots.
Accident Overview
An airplane was on final approach to landing on a south-facing airstrip. The surrounding terrain sloped downward toward the airstrip, reaching its lowest point approximately 200 feet from the threshold, then rising upward toward the strip. The wind was blowing from the north at 15 knots with gusts to 20 knots, and witnesses reported feeling occasional higher gusts.
Sequence of Events
Before initiating the final approach, the airplane made three to four passes and circles around the airstrip. The final approach path was downwind and downhill. The airplane impacted the ground in a clear cut area approximately 100 feet short and 200 feet to the west of the runway centerline.
What happened in the 9 Feb 1992 Stinson 108-2 accident near Cube Cove, AK?
During final approach to a south-facing airstrip with sloping terrain, an airplane impacted ground short and left of centerline after multiple passes. Wind from north at 15-20 knots.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Feb 1992 involved a Stinson 108-2, registration N905D, operated by George W. Mcneven, at Cube Cove, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE ENCOUNTER OF WINDSHEAR DURING THE FINAL APPROACH AND THE PILOT'S IMPROPER IN FLIGHT PLANNING AND DECISIONS BY ELECTING TO LAND DOWNWIND. FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE ROUGH AND UNEVEN TERRAIN.
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