Casualties unknown

1992-05-02: Cessna 172M (N9623V) — Centerline Aviation, Inc. — Canton, TX

Canton, TX, US

On May 2, 1992, a Cessna 172M (registration N9623V) operated by Centerline Aviation, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Canton, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED AND DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE ATTEMPTED GO AROUND FOLLOWING AN ENCOUNTER WITH ADVERSE WIND CONDITIONS ON APPROACH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A newly certificated private pilot encountered turbulence, gusty winds, and windshear while attempting to land. After drifting left and correcting with rudder, the airplane turned right, developed a sink rate, and lost airspeed. During a go-around, the sink rate was not arrested, and the airplane impacted a lake on a golf course about 100 yards from the runway.

Accident Summary

A newly certificated private pilot encountered adverse weather conditions while attempting to land. The approach was affected by turbulence, gusty winds, and windshear, which caused the airplane to deviate from the intended flight path.

Sequence of Events

During the landing attempt, the airplane drifted left of the runway centerline. The pilot attempted to correct the deviation using rudder input. This corrective action resulted in the airplane turning to the right, accompanied by an increasing sink rate and a decay in airspeed. Recognizing the unstable approach, the pilot initiated a go-around.

Despite the application of full power, the sink rate was not arrested. The airplane continued to descend while turning to the right. The descent could not be halted, and the airplane ultimately impacted a lake situated on a golf course. The point of impact was approximately 100 yards from the runway.

Circumstances

The pilot held a newly issued private pilot certificate. The conditions at the time included turbulence, gusty winds, and windshear, which likely challenged the pilot's experience level. The accident sequence involved a loss of directional control during the landing attempt and an unsuccessful go-around that ended in the lake impact. No further details about the aircraft or any injuries were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X14646. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.