What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-04-09 involved a Beech C-23, registration N6639C, operated by Acklin, Edward T., at Collegedale, TN.

Airplane Bounces During Landing Attempt, Strikes Utility Line and Tree (N6639C)

On April 9, 1994, a Beech C-23 (registration N6639C) operated by Acklin, Edward T. was involved in an aviation accident near Collegedale, TN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO COMPENSATE FOR WIND CONDITIONS DURING A CROSSWIND LANDING. THE CROSSWIND WAS A FACTOR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

During a full-stop landing attempt, the airplane bounced twice at touchdown and the pilot lost control in a crosswind. The airplane veered off the runway and collided with a utility line and a tree. Winds were reported as easterly at 10 knots gusting to 15 knots.

Accident Description

During a full-stop landing attempt, the airplane experienced two bounces at touchdown. Subsequently, the pilot lost control of the airplane when encountering a crosswind. The airplane veered off the runway and collided with a utility line and a tree.

Weather Conditions

The nearest weather reporting facility recorded winds from 140 degrees at 8 knots. The pilot reported the winds at the accident airport as easterly at 10 knots, gusting to 15 knots.

Mechanical Status

The pilot did not report any mechanical problem with the airplane.

Post-Accident Information

No further details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, occupants, injuries, or damage.

1994-04-09: Beech C-23 (N6639C) — Acklin, Edward T. — Collegedale, TN