On January 12, 2001, a Cessna 182P (registration N52359) was involved in an aviation accident near Angola, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach, which resulted in striking a snow bank at the approach end of the runway. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During an attempt to land on a partially contaminated runway, the pilot flew a lower-than-normal approach to reach uncontaminated pavement but struck a snow bank at the runway threshold.
What happened
The pilot reported that the runway was partially covered with ice and snow. However, the first 600-800 feet of the runway was not contaminated. The pilot flew a "lower than normal" approach in an attempt to land on the uncontaminated portion of the runway. The airplane struck a snow bank at the approach end of the runway, and skidded to rest on the runway.
Findings
The runway conditions were partially contaminated with ice and snow. The pilot attempted to land on the uncontaminated portion of the runway by flying a lower-than-normal approach. The airplane struck a snow bank at the approach end of the runway.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach, which resulted in striking a snow bank at the approach end of the runway.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 12 Jan 2001 Cessna 182P accident near Angola, NY?
During an attempt to land on a partially contaminated runway, the pilot flew a lower-than-normal approach to reach uncontaminated pavement but struck a snow bank at the runway threshold.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Jan 2001 involved a Cessna 182P, registration N52359, at Angola, NY.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach, which resulted in striking a snow bank at the approach end of the runway.
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