No fatalities
6 Apr 2024: CESSNA 172 — HUASNA, CA
On 6 Apr 2024, a CESSNA 172 was involved in an aviation accident near HUASNA, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a low altitude maneuver, resulting in a loss of control. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a low altitude maneuver, resulting in a loss of control.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotIncorrect use/operationAirspeed — Not attained/maintained