Casualties unknown

1999-06-26: Beech C-23 (N9703Q) — Aberdeen Flying Club, Inc. — Mandan, ND

Mandan, ND, US

On June 26, 1999, a Beech C-23 (registration N9703Q) operated by Aberdeen Flying Club, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Mandan, ND. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot failed to maintain aircraft control on approach to the airport after encountering high winds, gusts, rain, and thunderstorms in the area. 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

An aircraft encountered moderate turbulence en route and severe weather near the destination, including thunderstorms and high winds. A witness observed violent pitching and rolling. The aircraft struck the ground before reaching the airport.

Incident Overview

An aircraft flying to an unspecified destination encountered moderate turbulence during the en route portion of the flight. As it approached the destination airport, the weather conditions worsened, with reports of thunderstorms, turbulence, high winds, and heavy rain in the vicinity.

Eyewitness Account

A witness residing near the airport reported observing the aircraft's erratic movements. According to the witness, the aircraft was pitching up and down and rolling left and right violently.

Final Events

Before reaching the airport, the aircraft struck the ground. No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or outcome were provided in the source.

Weather Conditions

The flight experienced moderate turbulence en route. Near the destination, thunderstorms, turbulence, high winds, and heavy rain were present at the time of the aircraft's arrival.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X18930. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.