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Cessna 188 accident at Independence, IA, 10 Jul 1996 (N9542J)

Independence, IA, US

On July 10, 1996, a Cessna 188 (registration N9542J) was involved in an aviation accident near Independence, IA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the delayed jettison of the dry chemicals by the pilot. The inability of the airplane to climb was a related factor. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

the delayed jettison of the dry chemicals by the pilot. The inability of the airplane to climb was a related factor.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot reported that after takeoff, the airplane would not gain airspeed or altitude, and never left ground effect. The airplane was loaded with insecticide, and it impacted the terrain approximately two miles north of the airport. Insecticide was found on the ground just prior to the first impact point. After the accident, no abnormalities were noted with the airframe or the engine.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X06171. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.