On December 23, 1995, a Cessna 172 (registration N73303) was involved in an aviation accident near Bakersfield, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's improper aborted landing procedure which resulted in the aircraft stalling and impacting terrain. 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.
During a go-around following an aborted landing, the aircraft stalled at 15 feet, impacted terrain, and nosed over. The pilot attributed the go-around to a crosswind gust and reported limited night flying experience.
Accident Summary
An aircraft stalled during an attempted go-around after the pilot aborted a landing. The stall occurred at an altitude of 15 feet, after which the aircraft impacted the terrain and nosed over.
Flight Details
According to the pilot, a gust of crosswind caused the aircraft to drift off the runway, necessitating the go-around. The pilot attempted the go-around with the flaps fully extended.
Pilot Experience
The pilot reported having a total of 4 hours of night flying experience prior to the accident flight. Immediately before boarding passengers, the pilot had performed three solo night takeoffs and landings to regain night currency.
What happened in the 23 Dec 1995 Cessna 172 accident near Bakersfield, CA?
During a go-around following an aborted landing, the aircraft stalled at 15 feet, impacted terrain, and nosed over. The pilot attributed the go-around to a crosswind gust and reported limited night flying experience.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Dec 1995 involved a Cessna 172, registration N73303, at Bakersfield, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the pilot's improper aborted landing procedure which resulted in the aircraft stalling and impacting terrain.
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