What happened
During a flight intended to evaluate a newly designated backup pilot, the crew performed several maneuvers to practice single-engine operations. As part of this training, the pilot reduced power on the right engine to flight idle and feathered the propeller.
While completing the final approach to the runway, the aircraft type crossed a fence line near the runway threshold. During this phase, the pilot initiated a downward pitch. The nose landing gear made heavy contact with the runway surface, causing the plane to bounce multiple times. In an attempt to recover, the pilot decided to abort the landing and applied full power to the remaining left engine. As the pilot attempted to pitch the nose up, the aircraft experienced a right-hand yaw and a stall, resulting in a ground impact.
Findings
- The flight was being conducted for the purpose of evaluating a pilot's proficiency.
- The crew was intentionally operating the aircraft with one engine feathered.
- The aircraft stalled during a high-power, single-engine go-around attempt.