Casualties unknown

Landing Accident After Parachute Drop (N5520B)

Washington, OK, US

On November 27, 1992, a Cessna 182 (registration N5520B) operated by Brannon, Carlos M. was involved in an aviation accident near Washington, OK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCE OVER THE FENCE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A commercial pilot, returning from dropping parachutists, struck a fence on short final, causing the airplane to nose over and come to rest inverted. The operator attributed the accident to a downdraft from a nearby hangar.

Accident Details

A commercial pilot was returning to land after dropping parachutists in the local area. While on short final, the airplane impacted a fence, nosed over, and came to rest in an inverted position.

Operator Statement

The operator stated that the airplane encountered a downdraft created by a hangar adjacent to the runway. No further details about the operator or the specific aircraft were provided.

Weather Information

The wind at the nearest observation facility, located eight miles north of the accident site, was from 300 degrees at 6 knots. No other weather observations were reported.

The accident remains under investigation by the relevant authorities. No additional information has been released.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Nov 1992 Cessna 182 accident near Washington, OK?

A commercial pilot, returning from dropping parachutists, struck a fence on short final, causing the airplane to nose over and come to rest inverted. The operator attributed the accident to a downdraft from a nearby hangar.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Nov 1992 involved a Cessna 182, registration N5520B, operated by Brannon, Carlos M., at Washington, OK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCE OVER THE FENCE.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X16044. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.