Casualties unknown

Pilot Lands Long at Remote Airstrip, Runs Off Runway and Noses Over (N3569Y)

Bethel, AK, US

On October 1, 2005, a Cessna 182 (registration N3569Y) operated by Archelaus E. Turrentine was involved in an aviation accident near Bethel, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's misjudged distance and speed, which resulted in an overrun and a nose over during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the dusk lighting conditions. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot on a personal flight landed too far down a remote airstrip due to darkness, causing the airplane to go off the end and nose over. No mechanical issues were reported.

Accident Overview

The accident involved a personal flight under 14 CFR Part 91. The pilot, who holds an airline transport pilot certificate, reported that he left his departure airport too late and arrived at a remote airstrip as it was getting dark. Because of the low light conditions, he landed too far down the runway, went off the end, and nosed over. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.

Pilot's Account

According to the pilot, the accident sequence began with his decision to depart later than planned. He acknowledged that this led to his arrival at the remote airstrip during twilight. The pilot indicated that the darkness made it difficult to judge the landing point, resulting in a touchdown well beyond the runway threshold. The airplane then overran the runway surface and nosed over.

Additional Information

The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, or location of the accident. No information about occupants beyond the pilot is provided, and there is no statement regarding injuries or the extent of damage. The pilot's report emphasizes that no mechanical issues contributed to the accident.

Probable Cause

No probable cause is stated in the source. The pilot's actions are documented, but no formal determination of cause is provided.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Oct 2005 Cessna 182 accident near Bethel, AK?

A pilot on a personal flight landed too far down a remote airstrip due to darkness, causing the airplane to go off the end and nose over. No mechanical issues were reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Oct 2005 involved a Cessna 182, registration N3569Y, operated by Archelaus E. Turrentine, at Bethel, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's misjudged distance and speed, which resulted in an overrun and a nose over during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the dusk lighting conditions.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20051028X01750. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.