On December 24, 1971, a Beechcraft AT-11 Kansan (registration N588K) operated by Richard E. Ross was involved in an aviation accident near Lansing, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot attempted operation with known deficiencies in equipment. The following factors were reported: - Improper level off, - Failed to follow the approved procedures, - Failure of the landing gear: normal retraction/extension assembly, - Failure of the… This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane crash-landed at Lansing Airport in south Chicago, Illinois, following an improper level off. Both occupants were uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Accident
A twin-engine airplane crash-landed at Lansing Airport, located south of Chicago, Illinois. The accident occurred after an improper level off during the approach. Both occupants onboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be the pilot's attempt to operate the aircraft with known deficiencies in equipment. The following factors were reported:
Improper level off
Failure to follow approved procedures
Failure of the landing gear normal retraction/extension assembly
Failure of the flaps assemblies
Disregard of good operating practice
The aircraft was not airworthy
The pilot ferried the aircraft without a ferry permit