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Pilot Attempts Go-Around, Strikes Berm Near Runway (N4946U)

Glendale, AZ, US

On February 8, 2000, a Cessna 210E (registration N4946U) was involved in an aviation accident near Glendale, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's attempt to go-around with inadequate altitude and airspeed available, resulting in a power demand that exceeded the capability of the aircraft. The fully extended gear and flaps were factors in this accident. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During landing, the aircraft drifted right. The pilot initiated a go-around but could not gain altitude, then shut off fuel and master switch. The aircraft struck a berm 1,000 feet from the runway and slid.

Incident Overview

While attempting to land, the aircraft began drifting to the right. The pilot responded by adding full power to initiate a go-around. However, realizing that the aircraft was unable to gain altitude, he switched the fuel selector off and turned off the master switch. Subsequently, the aircraft struck a berm located approximately 1,000 feet east of the runway and 1,000 feet north of the runway threshold. After impact, the aircraft slid an additional 250 feet.

Aircraft Condition

Post-incident examination revealed that the landing gear was extended and the flaps were set to full. The wind at the time was variable at 3 knots.

(No other details were provided.)

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Feb 2000 Cessna 210E accident near Glendale, AZ?

During landing, the aircraft drifted right. The pilot initiated a go-around but could not gain altitude, then shut off fuel and master switch. The aircraft struck a berm 1,000 feet from the runway and slid.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Feb 2000 involved a Cessna 210E, registration N4946U, at Glendale, AZ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's attempt to go-around with inadequate altitude and airspeed available, resulting in a power demand that exceeded the capability of the aircraft. The fully extended gear and flaps were factors in this accident.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20515. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.