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Go-Around After Runway Confusion Ends in Fatal Crash (N60093)

ST Petersburg, FL, US

On July 25, 1993, a Beech C23 (registration N60093) was involved in an aviation accident near ST Petersburg, FL. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING THE GO-AROUND, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE AIRPORT, AND HIS SELECTION OF THE WRONG RUNWAY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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

After being cleared to land on runway 9, the pilot reported over the wrong runway (runway 4) and initiated a go-around. Witnesses saw a steep left climbing turn, then a sharp right turn with rapid nose drop. The aircraft crashed, resulting in three fatal injuries and one serious injury. Examination found no mechanical failure.

Accident Overview

The pilot received clearance to enter a right traffic pattern for landing on runway 9. After subsequently receiving clearance to land, the pilot informed the tower that he was over the wrong runway, specifically runway 4, and that he was going around.

Witness Observations

Witnesses on the ground observed the airplane performing a steep left, climbing turn. The airplane then entered a sharp turn to the right, during which its nose dropped rapidly, and the airplane subsequently crashed.

Occupant Injuries

The pilot and two passengers sustained fatal injuries. One additional passenger sustained serious injury.

Aircraft Examination

A post-crash examination of the airframe, flight controls, engine assembly, and accessories revealed no precrash mechanical failure or malfunction.

Loss of control in flightAerodynamic stall

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Jul 1993 Beech C23 accident near ST Petersburg, FL?

After being cleared to land on runway 9, the pilot reported over the wrong runway (runway 4) and initiated a go-around. Witnesses saw a steep left climbing turn, then a sharp right turn with rapid nose drop. The aircraft crashed, resulting in three fatal injuries and one serious injury. Examination found no…

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Jul 1993 Beech C23 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Jul 1993 involved a Beech C23, registration N60093, at ST Petersburg, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING THE GO-AROUND, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE AIRPORT, AND HIS SELECTION OF THE WRONG 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/20001211X12977. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.