Casualties unknown

1994-09-02: Piper PA-46-310P (N4362F) — Lincoln, IL

Lincoln, IL, US

On September 2, 1994, a Piper PA-46-310P (registration N4362F) was involved in an aviation accident near Lincoln, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while performing a go-around. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane on final approach to Runway 3 with gear and flaps extended entered a steep climbing turn, then banked left and descended into the ground. A gyrocopter had just taken off from the same runway.

Incident Overview

Witnesses reported that an airplane was on final approach to Runway 3 with its landing gear and flaps extended. One witness observed that when the airplane was approximately 50 to 100 feet above the ground, the engine audibly increased to full power. The airplane then entered a steep climbing right turn. During the climb, the airplane appeared to be moving very slowly.

Sequence of Events

After the steep climb, the airplane's wings momentarily leveled, and then the aircraft banked sharply to the left and nosed down, descending into the ground. At the time, a gyrocopter that was not equipped with a radio had just taken off from Runway 3.

Investigation

The accident investigation is based solely on witness accounts. No further details about the aircraft type, registration, operator, occupants, injuries, or damage have been disclosed. The weather conditions and any potential involvement of air traffic control are not specified in the available reports.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X02190. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.