Casualties unknown

Right Wing Strikes Ground and Separates During Agricultural Flight (N4866R)

Fort Necessity, LA, US

On August 6, 1995, a Cessna A188B (registration N4866R) was involved in an aviation accident near Fort Necessity, LA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN TERRAIN CLEARANCE. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE GUSTY WIND CONDITIONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a cotton spraying flight, the right wing struck the ground and separated while descending from a turn-around maneuver. Thunderstorms and gusty winds were reported in the area.

Accident Overview

The aircraft was on a mission to spray cotton crops as part of an aerial application operation. While performing a turn-around maneuver, the aircraft was descending. During this descent, the right wing made contact with the ground. The impact caused the wing to detach from the rest of the airframe.

Weather Conditions

Witnesses at the scene reported that thunderstorms were present in the area. Additionally, wind gusts ranging from 15 to 30 knots were observed. The National Weather Service's surface radar summary reports indicated that rainshowers and thunderstorms were occurring in the region at the time of the accident.

Aircraft Examination

After the accident, a detailed examination of the aircraft was conducted. The inspection did not reveal any maintenance anomalies or discrepancies. No mechanical issues were found that could have contributed to the event.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X04234. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.