Casualties unknown

1998-05-12: Beech A23-24 (N6092N) — Holbrook, AZ

Holbrook, AZ, US

On May 12, 1998, a Beech A23-24 (registration N6092N) was involved in an aviation accident near Holbrook, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a go-around after encountering a gust of wind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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While attempting to land, a pilot experienced a strong wind gust that turned the aircraft 15 degrees right. During a go-around, the pilot lost directional control, and the aircraft collided with terrain, sustaining damage to landing gear, wing tips, and propeller.

Landing Attempt

While attempting to land, the pilot encountered a strong wind gust that turned the aircraft approximately 15 degrees to the right. In response, the pilot initiated a go-around. However, during the go-around, the pilot was unable to gain altitude or maintain directional control.

Collision and Damage

The aircraft collided with terrain and continued to slide forward. The impact caused all three landing gear to separate from the aircraft. Both wing tips were torn off, and the propeller struck the ground. The aircraft came to rest in an upright position, oriented about 120 degrees from the runway heading.

The reported winds at the time of the accident were from 210 degrees at a velocity of 18 knots, gusting to 23 knots. The pilot reported that no mechanical malfunction had occurred with the aircraft prior to the accident.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X10124. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.