1996-04-27: Cessna 180H — Richard Greeno — Palmer, AK

Casualties unknown • Palmer, AK, US

Probable cause

The pilot-in-command's inadvertent stall during the go around attempt. Factors in the accident were the pilot-in- command's lack of a high performance endorsement and the pilot/passenger's decision to allow the pilot-in-command to manipulate the controls during the landing in an off airport area.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The owner of the airplane allowed the pilot to manipulate the controls during the approach, attempted landing, and go around attempt. The pilot stated he did not feel comfortable with the approach so he initiated a go around. The right wing dropped and the right wing and the right main landing gear struck the ground. The airplane spun to the right and stopped. The pilot manipulating the controls did not have a high performance endorsement. The owner, also the passenger, was a certificated private pilot and had a high performance endorsement.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-04-27 Cessna 180H accident near Palmer, AK?

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-04-27 involved a Cessna 180H, registration N91304, operated by Richard Greeno, at Palmer, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot-in-command's inadvertent stall during the go around attempt. Factors in the accident were the pilot-in- command's lack of a high performance endorsement and the pilot/passenger's decision to allow the pilot-in-command to manipulate the controls during the landing in an off airport area.

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