Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Reports Loss of Control During Go-Around (N99998)

Fernandina, FL, US

On May 14, 1994, a Cessna 172P (registration N99998) was involved in an aviation accident near Fernandina, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S IMPROPER USE OF FLIGHT CONTROLS AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT STALL AND UNCONTROLLED DESCENT TO GROUND IMPACT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A student pilot attempted to correct a wing drop on final approach but lost control during a go-around, resulting in ground impact. No mechanical issues were reported.

Accident Summary

A student-rated pilot experienced a loss of control while performing a go-around during a landing approach. The pilot reported that the aircraft impacted the ground after a series of unexpected movements. No mechanical anomalies were identified by the pilot.

Flight Description

According to the pilot's report, the flight was in the final approach phase with 20 degrees of flaps extended and an airspeed of 65 knots. At that point, the left wing dropped to a 20-degree left bank angle. The pilot applied left rudder and right aileron in an attempt to correct the bank, but these inputs had no effect. The pilot then initiated a go-around by removing carburetor heat and applying power.

Upon adding power, the aircraft's nose pitched up and the left wing dropped further to a 30-degree bank angle. The stall warning horn activated, and the aircraft's nose dropped. The aircraft then descended and impacted the ground.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that there were no mechanical difficulties with the aircraft during the flight. The aircraft's performance and handling were not attributed to any system malfunctions or failures.

Post-Accident Information

The investigation did not specify any probable cause for the accident. The source material provided only the pilot's account and did not include details on aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, time of day, weather conditions, or number of occupants. No injuries or damage were explicitly described in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 May 1994 Cessna 172P accident near Fernandina, FL?

A student pilot attempted to correct a wing drop on final approach but lost control during a go-around, resulting in ground impact. No mechanical issues were reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 May 1994 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N99998, at Fernandina, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S IMPROPER USE OF FLIGHT CONTROLS AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT STALL AND UNCONTROLLED DESCENT TO GROUND IMPACT.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01347. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.