On September 13, 1992, a Beech 35-A33 (registration UNREG) operated by Lawrence J. Dehaan was involved in an aviation accident near Caledonia, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inability to maintain control due to a wind shift during landing, which caused the wing to strike tall corn. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An unregistered airplane struck tall corn while landing at a private strip due to a wind shift, dragging the wing into the field.
What happened
The accident occurred when an unregistered airplane collided with crops while attempting to land at a private landing strip. During a subsequent telephone interview, the pilot reported that he had encountered a sudden wind shift during the final phase of the approach.
As the aircraft entered the landing roll, the wing struck tall corn growing immediately alongside the runway. The pilot stated that he was unable to prevent the airplane from being dragged into the field as a result of this impact.
Findings
wind shift during landing
tall corn growth alongside the strip
unregistered aircraft involved
Probable cause
The pilot's inability to maintain control due to a wind shift during landing, which caused the wing to strike tall corn.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 13 Sept 1992 Beech 35-A33 accident near Caledonia, MI?
An unregistered airplane struck tall corn while landing at a private strip due to a wind shift, dragging the wing into the field.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Sept 1992 involved a Beech 35-A33, registration UNREG, operated by Lawrence J. Dehaan, at Caledonia, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inability to maintain control due to a wind shift during landing, which caused the wing to strike tall corn.
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