Casualties unknown

Aircraft Collides with Power Lines During Flight to Menomonee Falls (N2899Y)

Menominee Falls, WI, US

On July 9, 1999, a Cessna 182E (registration N2899Y) was involved in an aviation accident near Menominee Falls, WI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilots failure to maintain adequate clearance. A factor was the static wire. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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An aircraft on a ferry flight after parachute operations struck power lines 110 feet above ground and crashed near Aero Park Airport in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.

Incident Overview

An aircraft on a ferry flight from East Troy Municipal Airport to Aero Park Airport in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, collided with power lines 110 feet above the ground. The accident occurred approximately 0.25 statute miles east-northeast of the approach end of runway 23 at Aero Park Airport.

Flight History

The aircraft had been used for parachute activity at the East Troy Municipal Airport prior to the flight. The purpose of the flight was to reposition the aircraft to Aero Park Airport.

Weather Conditions

Weather at the time of the accident was reported as wind from 280 degrees at 14 knots, visibility 10 statute miles, and clear skies.

Examination Findings

Post-accident examination of the aircraft revealed no anomalies that could be associated with a preexisting condition.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Jul 1999 Cessna 182E accident near Menominee Falls, WI?

An aircraft on a ferry flight after parachute operations struck power lines 110 feet above ground and crashed near Aero Park Airport in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Jul 1999 involved a Cessna 182E, registration N2899Y, at Menominee Falls, WI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilots failure to maintain adequate clearance. A factor was the static wire.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X19165. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.