Casualties unknown

Aircraft Strikes Trees and Crashes into Pond (N8200L)

Louisville, GA, US

On November 13, 1994, a Cessna 172H (registration N8200L) operated by Jefferson County Flyers Club was involved in an aviation accident near Louisville, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM TREES DURING A LOW PASS MANEUVER. A FACTOR WAS THE TREES AT THE VICINITY OF THE LOW PASS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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An aircraft descended over a farm field, leveled off at 25 feet, then pulled up at the end of the field, striking 70-80 foot tall pine trees. It entered a right descending turn and crashed into a shallow pond, with damage indicating a steep, nose-low impact.

Incident Overview

A witness reported observing an aircraft descending over an open farm field. The aircraft leveled off at an altitude of approximately 25 feet above ground level. The field was bordered by a stand of pine trees estimated to be between 70 and 80 feet tall. According to the witness, the aircraft pulled up as it reached the end of the field, subsequently colliding with the tops of the pine trees. Following the collision, the right wing dipped, and the aircraft continued in a right, descending turn until it crashed into a shallow pond.

Wreckage Examination

An inspection of the wreckage revealed damage consistent with a steep, nose-low impact with the water. During the examination, no evidence of mechanical failure or malfunction was found.

No Further Details

The source provides no information regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, time of day, number of occupants, injuries, or fatalities. The investigation did not identify a probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Nov 1994 Cessna 172H accident near Louisville, GA?

An aircraft descended over a farm field, leveled off at 25 feet, then pulled up at the end of the field, striking 70-80 foot tall pine trees. It entered a right descending turn and crashed into a shallow pond, with damage indicating a steep, nose-low impact.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Nov 1994 involved a Cessna 172H, registration N8200L, operated by Jefferson County Flyers Club, at Louisville, GA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM TREES DURING A LOW PASS MANEUVER. A FACTOR WAS THE TREES AT THE VICINITY OF THE LOW PASS.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X02544. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.