Casualties unknown

Pilot Reports Stall During Go-Around Following High, Fast Approach (N375Z)

Shelter Cove, CA, US

On August 1, 2005, a Beech 35-A33 (registration N375Z) operated by Joseph J. Miller was involved in an aviation accident near Shelter Cove, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's error during the go-around attempt, which led to a stall and subsequent impact with the ground. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a go-around attempt, the airplane stalled and impacted the ground near the departure end of the runway. The pilot reported no mechanical issues and attributed the accident to his own error.

Incident Overview

The airplane stalled and impacted the ground near the departure end of the runway during the pilot's attempted go-around. The pilot reported that, on approach, he had been a little high and fast, so he elected to go around.

Sequence of Events

After increasing engine power, the airplane stalled and descended a few feet until colliding with the ground. The pilot stated that no mechanical malfunctions were experienced during the flight. He noted that the airplane had worked flawlessly and that the accident resulted from his error.

Pilot Account

The pilot provided a firsthand account of the events. He described being slightly high and fast on approach, prompting the decision to abort the landing and go around. Upon applying power, the stall occurred, leading to a short descent and ground impact.

Investigation Findings

The investigation did not identify any mechanical issues. The pilot's report confirmed that the aircraft performed as expected, and the pilot took full responsibility for the accident.

Probable cause

The pilot's error during the go-around attempt, which led to a stall and subsequent impact with the ground.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050908X01419. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.