Aircraft Stall and Crash During ILS Approach

Casualties unknown • Columbus, OH, US

An aircraft stalled and crashed 1.2 nautical miles east of runway 28L while performing an ILS approach due to improper configuration and high airspeed.

What happened

During an ILS approach, the aircraft stalled and crashed approximately 1.2 nautical miles east of runway 28L. The captain initiated the approach at a high speed, crossing the Final Approach Fix (FAF) without having the aircraft properly configured for a stabilized approach.

The flightcrew failed to monitor or maintain the airspeed. Furthermore, the captain did not apply full power or complete the necessary aircraft configuration in a timely manner.

Findings

Investigation into the crew's performance revealed that both pilots possessed low flight time and limited experience operating this specific aircraft type or any aircraft equipped with an Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS). Additionally, the captain had limited experience serving in the capacity of captain.

The airline lacked established procedures for required callouts regarding airspeed deviations during instrument approaches. The investigation also noted that inadequate consideration was given to the risks of pairing a newly upgraded captain on a new aircraft with a first officer who lacked previous airline experience in air carrier operations.

Probable cause

The captain's failure to properly configure the aircraft and apply sufficient power, combined with an approach speed that was too high for a stabilized approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-01-08 Jetstream 4101 accident near Columbus, OH?

An aircraft stalled and crashed 1.2 nautical miles east of runway 28L while performing an ILS approach due to improper configuration and high airspeed.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-01-08 involved a Jetstream 4101, registration N304UE, operated by Atlantic Coast Airlines, at Columbus, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The captain's failure to properly configure the aircraft and apply sufficient power, combined with an approach speed that was too high for a stabilized approach.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X00616. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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