What happened
On the date of the accident, a charter flight was operating from Homer toward Nanwalek Airport. As the single-engine airplane was on its approach to the runway, the pilot observed a dog present on the airfield. In response to this hazard, the pilot attempted a go-around procedure to avoid the animal.
During this maneuver, the aircraft entered a stall, leading to a crash landing. The accident resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury. The occupants of the aircraft included the pilot and two passengers.
Findings
- The pilot initiated an aborted approach after spotting an animal on the runway.
- The aircraft experienced a stall during the subsequent go-around attempt.