Casualties unknown

1997-09-14: Boeing Stearman PT-17 (N64604) — Geneseo, NY

Geneseo, NY, US

On September 14, 1997, a Boeing Stearman PT-17 (registration N64604) was involved in an aviation accident near Geneseo, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other aircraft. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

Two airplanes departing from the same airport at 1300 EDT collided during landing rollout despite pilots' attempts to avoid a collision.

Background

Two airplanes both departed from the same airport at approximately 1300 Eastern Daylight Time and flew to the same destination. Both pilots were using handheld radios, which were reported to be ineffective above idle RPM.

Flight Details

During the landing phase, one pilot landed on Runway 23, while the other pilot landed on Runway 5. The pilots noted that the winds were calm at the time.

Collision

During the landing rollout, the pilots attempted to avoid a collision, but the left wing of each airplane collided with the other. The extent of damage to the aircraft was not specified in the available information.

Conclusion

The collision occurred on the ground after both aircraft had touched down. No further details regarding injuries or aircraft types were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X08912. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.