On November 14, 1997, a Beech C23 (registration N6711C) was involved in an aviation accident near Cameron, MO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane in the landing flare. A factor relating to this accident was the crosswind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot reported that while on approach to runway 17, the airplane was blown off the runway during the flare. An attempt to go around resulted in the airplane entering a ravine. No anomalies were found in the wreckage.
Flight Details
The pilot reported that while inbound to the airport, she received a weather advisory over the airport's unicom frequency indicating winds at 270 degrees magnetic at 7 knots. She performed a visual straight-in approach to runway 17.
Accident Sequence
According to the pilot, when she entered the flare, the airplane was still over the runway centerline. She stated that the airplane 'was blown off [the] runway to the east.' The pilot attempted to get back to the runway but the attempt failed. She then added power for a possible go-around, but the airplane went into a ravine.
Examination
Examination of the wreckage revealed no anomalies.