On June 10, 1976, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration N90785) operated by Topeka Shawnee County Civil Defense was involved in an aviation accident near Carbondale, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Stall and spin after the crew failed to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors: improper in-flight decisions, diverted attention from operation of aircraft, disregard of good operating practice, windshear. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine airplane stalled and crashed in a field while cruising at low height during a public service flight. All five occupants were injured and the aircraft was destroyed.
Accident Overview
A single-engine airplane crashed in a field while cruising at low height. The aircraft stalled and impacted the ground. The accident occurred during a public service flight.
Flight Details
The flight was a public service from Topeka to Larned with an intermediate stop in Hutchinson. At the time of the accident, the airplane's speed was 75 mph (65 knots).
Injuries and Damage
All five occupants on board sustained injuries. The aircraft was destroyed in the crash.
Probable Cause
According to official findings, the probable cause of the accident was a stall and spin after the crew failed to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors included improper in-flight decisions, diverted attention from operation of the aircraft, disregard of good operating practice, and windshear.
