On May 28, 1996, a Boeing B75-A75N1 (registration N54284) operated by Stephen B. Maiman was involved in an aviation accident near Page, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's improper flare, improper recovery from a bounced landing, inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, while landing in gusty/crosswind conditions. 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.
A pilot reported a bounced landing and a gust that lifted the left wing, resulting in loss of control. The airplane veered off runway 33, struck a distance remaining sign, and came to rest in dirt.
Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during the approach to an airport, Unicom advised of a westerly wind. The pilot decided to land on runway 33. After touchdown, the airplane experienced a bounced landing. Subsequently, a gust lifted the left wing, causing the pilot to lose control. The airplane veered off the runway, collided with a 3,000-foot runway distance remaining sign, and came to rest in the dirt approximately 50 yards east of the runway.
Wind Conditions
According to the pilot, the wind was from the west at 10 to 15 knots, with gusts up to 20 knots.
Runway Information
Runway 33 measured 5,500 feet in length and 150 feet in width.