Casualties unknown

1998-02-28: Cessna 337 (N1287M) — Raymond, MS

Raymond, MS, US

On February 28, 1998, a Cessna 337 (registration N1287M) was involved in an aviation accident near Raymond, MS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot passenger's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol, and control interference by the pilot passenger, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent in-flight collision with the runway and trees. 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

After landing, a second pilot applied full power, causing the airplane to veer left, porpoise, and strike the propeller before colliding with trees.

Incident Overview

A pilot-in-command (PIC) seated in the left front seat reported that after the airplane landed, he intended to terminate the flight. During the landing rollout, the second pilot—a pilot-rated passenger in the right front seat—stated "...lets go again..." and applied full power. The PIC noted that the airplane then veered left and porpoised out of ground effect, settling back to the ground nose first and striking the propeller. The airplane subsequently became airborne again and collided with trees at the departure end of the runway. The PIC reported that he was unsure who was flying the airplane at the time.

Environmental and Post-Incident Findings

Two beer cans and a plastic drinking mug were found at the accident site. A toxicology test conducted on the second pilot's blood sample, taken at 0250 local time, revealed an alcohol level of 8.0 mg/dl.

Aircraft and Crew Information

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, location, or occupants were provided in the source. The incident occurred during daylight hours, but specific time of day was not stated. Weather conditions and air traffic control involvement were not mentioned.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X09595. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.