On July 18, 1981, a Cessna 340 (registration N5416J) operated by Roger A. Hoekstra was involved in an aviation accident near DuPage, United States of America during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Stall during initial approach after the pilot failed to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors: The pilot failed to follow approved procedures, Propeller controls not advanced. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane stalled during approach to DuPage Airport, crashing in St. Charles. The pilot and one passenger were killed, and three passengers were seriously injured.
Accident Overview
On a flight from Sioux Center, Iowa, to DuPage Airport, a twin-engine airplane stalled during initial approach and crashed in St. Charles, a few miles from the airfield. The pilot and one passenger were killed, while three other passengers sustained serious injuries. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident.
Probable Cause
The National Transportation Safety Board determined that the probable cause of the accident was a stall during initial approach after the pilot failed to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors included the pilot's failure to follow approved procedures and that the propeller controls were not advanced.
What happened in the 18 Jul 1981 Cessna 340 accident near DuPage, United States of America?
A twin-engine airplane stalled during approach to DuPage Airport, crashing in St. Charles. The pilot and one passenger were killed, and three passengers were seriously injured.
Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jul 1981 Cessna 340 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Jul 1981 involved a Cessna 340, registration N5416J, operated by Roger A. Hoekstra, at DuPage, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Stall during initial approach after the pilot failed to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors: The pilot failed to follow approved procedures, Propeller controls not advanced.
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