Casualties unknown

2002-06-19: Consolidated Aeronautics Inc. LA-4-200 (CGHIT) — Puyallup, WA

Puyallup, WA, US

On June 19, 2002, a Consolidated Aeronautics Inc. LA-4-200 (registration CGHIT) was involved in an aviation accident near Puyallup, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure to maintain aircraft control during a go-around. Trees were a factor in the accident. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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The pilot of a single-engine aircraft reported that after a normal approach, the airplane ballooned over the runway threshold, veered left, and collided with trees during a go-around. No mechanical issues were noted.

Accident Sequence

The pilot stated that the landing approach was normal until the aircraft reached the runway threshold. At that point, the airplane ballooned approximately 10 to 15 feet into the air and veered to the left, toward parked aircraft and hangars.

Go-Around and Collision

In response to the veer, the pilot added power to execute a go-around. However, shortly after adding power, the airplane's stall warning horn activated. The aircraft then collided with trees.

Pilot Report and Mechanical Status

The pilot, who also owned the aircraft, contacted the National Transportation Safety Board investigator-in-charge by telephone after the on-scene examination. During the conversation, the pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the controls or the engine during the accident sequence.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020626X00977. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.