On January 3, 2011, a Beechcraft E18 (registration N9001) operated by Air Supply Alaska was involved in an aviation accident near New Stuyahok, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's misjudgment of the runway surface condition, resulting in an aborted landing and collision with rising terrain during the ensuing takeoff attempt. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot aborted a landing on an ice-covered runway due to slicker-than-expected surface. The subsequent takeoff attempt resulted in a collision with rising terrain, causing substantial damage to the aircraft.
Accident Details
According to the pilot's report, the runway at the destination airport was covered with ice. Upon touchdown, the pilot found the surface to be slicker than anticipated and decided to abort the landing by applying full power to initiate a takeoff.
Collision and Damage
During the subsequent takeoff attempt, the airplane was unable to out-climb the rising terrain at the end of the runway. It subsequently collided with terrain, sustaining substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings.
Pilot's Statement
The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical issues with the airplane that would have precluded its normal operation prior to the accident.
Probable cause
The pilot's misjudgment of the runway surface condition, resulting in an aborted landing and collision with rising terrain during the ensuing takeoff attempt.
What happened in the 3 Jan 2011 Beechcraft E18 accident near New Stuyahok, United States of America?
A pilot aborted a landing on an ice-covered runway due to slicker-than-expected surface. The subsequent takeoff attempt resulted in a collision with rising terrain, causing substantial damage to the aircraft.
Were there any fatalities in the 3 Jan 2011 Beechcraft E18 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Jan 2011 involved a Beechcraft E18, registration N9001, operated by Air Supply Alaska, at New Stuyahok, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's misjudgment of the runway surface condition, resulting in an aborted landing and collision with rising terrain during the ensuing takeoff attempt.
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