On June 17, 1992, a Piper PA-28R-180 (registration N7419J) operated by Johnson, Joe W. was involved in an aviation accident near Bethany, OK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. THE GUSTY WIND WAS A FACTOR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private pilot conducting a straight-in visual approach initiated a go-around, but during a climbing right turn the aircraft nosed over and impacted the ground in a nose-down, right-wing-low attitude. Investigation found no preexisting mechanical or medical issues.
Accident Overview
A private pilot was observed by witnesses making a straight-in visual approach to landing. After the airplane crossed the landing threshold while in the landing configuration, the pilot initiated a right climbing turn as engine power was applied. Prior to reversing direction, while still in the landing configuration, the nose was observed dropping toward the ground. The airplane subsequently impacted the ground in a nose-down, right-wing-low attitude.
Investigation Findings
The investigation failed to find any anomalies with the airframe or its components. An autopsy performed on the pilot did not reveal any preexisting disease that could have been a factor in the loss of control. Weather conditions at the time of the accident were clear, with headwinds of 19 knots gusting to 25 knots.
What happened in the 17 Jun 1992 Piper PA-28R-180 accident near Bethany, OK?
A private pilot conducting a straight-in visual approach initiated a go-around, but during a climbing right turn the aircraft nosed over and impacted the ground in a nose-down, right-wing-low attitude. Investigation found no preexisting mechanical or medical issues.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Jun 1992 involved a Piper PA-28R-180, registration N7419J, operated by Johnson, Joe W., at Bethany, OK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. THE GUSTY WIND WAS A FACTOR.
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