On August 25, 1992, a Cessna 172N (registration N738HM) operated by Weber, Edward was involved in an aviation accident near Marquette, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's decision to continue an approach into instrument meteorological conditions below minimums, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot attempting to return home after an aircraft inspection flew into fog below approach minimums, resulting in a collision with trees near the runway.
What happened
The pilot departed at 0400 and flew for three hours to reach a mechanic who was conducting annual inspections on the airplane. The pilot intended to complete the inspection and return home the same day. On the return flight, he began an approach to his home field at 2245. Weather conditions were below approach minimums due to fog. The airplane collided with trees located four miles from the runway, close to the approach centerline and heading.
Findings
The accident occurred during the landing phase of flight. The pilot was operating in fog that was below the required approach minimums. The aircraft struck terrain while on final approach.
Probable cause
The pilot's decision to continue an approach into instrument meteorological conditions below minimums, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
What happened in the 25 Aug 1992 Cessna 172N accident near Marquette, MI?
A pilot attempting to return home after an aircraft inspection flew into fog below approach minimums, resulting in a collision with trees near the runway.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Aug 1992 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N738HM, operated by Weber, Edward, at Marquette, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's decision to continue an approach into instrument meteorological conditions below minimums, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
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