Runway excursion during VFR approach at Homer

No fatalities • Homer, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway at Homer following a landing on contaminated surfaces, resulting in no injuries but total hull loss.

What happened

During an approach into Homer under unfavorable weather conditions, the pilot was conducting a flight under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Upon making contact with a runway surface covered in snow, slush, and ice, the aircraft type lost directional control. The plane subsequently drifted off the paved surface and stopped in soft terrain.

There were zero fatalities and zero injuries among the five people on board during the incident. However, the impact caused the aircraft to be a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the event highlighted that the pilot proceeded with VFR operations despite encountering adverse weather. The primary factor in the excursion was that the pilot failed to execute a go-around after miscalculating the necessary speed, altitude, and distance during the approach.

Probable cause

The pilot attempted a VFR approach in deteriorating weather and failed to abort the landing despite misjudging critical flight parameters.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1966-10-29 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Homer, United States of America?

An aircraft veered off the runway at Homer following a landing on contaminated surfaces, resulting in no injuries but total hull loss.

Were there any fatalities in the 1966-10-29 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1966-10-29 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration N4824E, operated by Private United States of America, at Homer, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot attempted a VFR approach in deteriorating weather and failed to abort the landing despite misjudging critical flight parameters.

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