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Aircraft Nose-Over After Landing on Runway Covered with 20 Inches of Wet Snow (N46725)

Quaker Street, NY, US

On December 13, 1992, a Cessna 152 (registration N46725) operated by Theodore S. LA Fond was involved in an aviation accident near Quaker Street, NY. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO DETERMINE RUNWAY CONDITIONS PRIOR TO LANDING WHICH RESULTED IN THE AIRPLANE BEING DAMAGED UPON TOUCHDOWN ON THE SNOW COVERED RUNWAY. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot landed on a runway covered with approximately 20 inches of wet snow. The nose wheel dug in, causing the aircraft to pitch over onto its nose, strike both wing tips, and spin 90 degrees.

Incident Details

The pilot made a landing on a runway covered with approximately 20 inches of wet snow. Upon touchdown, the nose wheel dug into the snow. The airplane then pitched over on its nose, struck both wing tips, and spun approximately 90 degrees to the right.

Pilot's Awareness

The pilot reported being aware that he was landing on an unplowed runway. However, he noted that it had only snowed 2-4 inches where he departed from and believed there was a similar snowfall at his destination airport.

Pre-flight Information

There was no record that the pilot checked with flight service prior to departure. Additionally, there was no NOTAM published on the airport conditions at the time of the accident.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Dec 1992 Cessna 152 accident near Quaker Street, NY?

A pilot landed on a runway covered with approximately 20 inches of wet snow. The nose wheel dug in, causing the aircraft to pitch over onto its nose, strike both wing tips, and spin 90 degrees.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Dec 1992 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Dec 1992 involved a Cessna 152, registration N46725, operated by Theodore S. LA Fond, at Quaker Street, NY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO DETERMINE RUNWAY CONDITIONS PRIOR TO LANDING WHICH RESULTED IN THE AIRPLANE BEING DAMAGED UPON TOUCHDOWN ON THE SNOW COVERED RUNWAY.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X16226. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.