On May 27, 1995, a Cessna 172N (registration N5085G) was involved in an aviation accident near Weston, WV. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall, and a subsequent uncontrolled descent and collision with the ground. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An airplane briefly touched down on Runway 01, then took off. During climb, the left wing and nose dropped, striking the ground. Post-accident examination found no airframe or engine anomalies; flaps were retracted.
Accident Sequence
The airplane touched down momentarily on Runway 01 before taking off again. During the subsequent climb, the left wing and nose dropped simultaneously. The left wing struck the ground, followed by the nose.
Witness Observations
Witnesses reported that the airplane was "climbing at a very steep angle" and "didn't look like it was moving forward... almost standing still."
Post-Accident Examination
A post-accident examination by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) revealed no anomalies with the airframe or engine. The flaps were found in the retracted position.
What happened in the 27 May 1995 Cessna 172N accident near Weston, WV?
An airplane briefly touched down on Runway 01, then took off. During climb, the left wing and nose dropped, striking the ground. Post-accident examination found no airframe or engine anomalies; flaps were retracted.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 May 1995 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N5085G, at Weston, WV.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall, and a subsequent uncontrolled descent and collision with the ground.
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