On March 17, 2003, a Beech A100 (registration N227BC) was involved in an aviation accident near Carrollton, GA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot misjudged the approach and touchdown airspeeds that resulted in the overrun of the runway during a landing. Factors were the wet runway and hydroplaning conditions. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft with inoperative flaps departed, then during landing on a wet runway hydroplaned, ran off the end, nosed over, and sustained damage to the nose gear, propellers, and both engines.
Flight and Landing Information
The pilot initiated the flight with the flaps inoperative and stowed in the up position. The landing was attempted on runway 34, which was wet at the time, with precipitation present in the area. The pilot later acknowledged that she did not calculate the required landing roll distance for the wet runway conditions.
Accident Sequence
Upon touchdown, the aircraft hydroplaned along the runway surface, losing directional control. It continued beyond the departure end of the runway and entered a muddy area. The aircraft then pitched forward onto its nose, causing the nose gear to collapse.
Post-Accident Findings
Post-accident examination revealed damage to the propeller assemblies and both engines. The aircraft's Pilot Operating Handbook includes a cautionary note in its Safety Information Section regarding landings on runways covered by water.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 17 Mar 2003 Beech A100 accident near Carrollton, GA?
An aircraft with inoperative flaps departed, then during landing on a wet runway hydroplaned, ran off the end, nosed over, and sustained damage to the nose gear, propellers, and both engines.
Were there any fatalities in the 17 Mar 2003 Beech A100 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Mar 2003 involved a Beech A100, registration N227BC, at Carrollton, GA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot misjudged the approach and touchdown airspeeds that resulted in the overrun of the runway during a landing. Factors were the wet runway and hydroplaning conditions.