Casualties unknown

Witnesses Describe Low-Altitude Banking Before Accident (N3728N)

Bliss, ID, US

On May 6, 1995, a Beech 35 (registration N3728N) was involved in an aviation accident near Bliss, ID. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S CONTINUED VFR FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS. FACTORS INCLUDE LOW CEILING, RAIN AND FOG. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Witnesses observed the aircraft flying low, banking sharply left, disappearing into fog briefly, then reappearing still banking before the left wing and nose struck the ground. Weather was extremely foggy with light rain and limited visibility.

Accident Sequence

According to witness accounts, the aircraft was observed flying at a low altitude while executing a sharp left bank. As the aircraft continued its turn, it momentarily disappeared from view into fog, then reappeared still in a banking attitude. Moments later, witnesses saw the left wing contact the ground first, followed by the nose.

Weather Conditions

Witnesses reported that the weather conditions at the time were extremely foggy with light rain. Visibility was estimated to be between one-eighth and one-quarter mile.

Pilot Statement

The pilot, who was not instrument-rated, stated that he had no memory of the accident.

Additional Information

No other details regarding the aircraft type, registration, occupant count, injuries, or damage were provided in the source material.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03559. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.