Aircraft stall and crash during go-around attempt

No fatalities • Goshen, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent crash onto the runway following an unsuccessful landing attempt and an improper climb maneuver.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft was traveling at an insufficient approach speed. This low velocity caused the plane to bounce upon contact with the runway surface. In response to this instability, the pilot attempted to execute a go-around procedure to reset the approach.

However, during the transition to a climb, the aircraft entered a steep ascent characterized by a high angle of attack. This maneuver led to an aerodynamic stall. The aircraft subsequently crashed onto the runway, resulting in the total destruction of the plane. There were two injuries reported among the occupants, but no fatalities occurred.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor was a failure by the pilot-in-command to properly manage the aircraft's airspeed. Specifically, the pilot failed to maintain or achieve the necessary flying speed during the landing and subsequent maneuver, which directly contributed to the loss of control.

Probable cause

The pilot failed to maintain adequate airspeed during the landing and go-around process, leading to a high angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-07-01 Beechcraft D18 accident near Goshen, United States of America?

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent crash onto the runway following an unsuccessful landing attempt and an improper climb maneuver.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-07-01 Beechcraft D18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-07-01 involved a Beechcraft D18, registration N35X, operated by Private United States of America, at Goshen, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot failed to maintain adequate airspeed during the landing and go-around process, leading to a high angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall.

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