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Twin-Engine Airplane Stalls During Initial Climb, Both Occupants Injured (N100GP)

Truckee, United States of AmericaTakeoff (climb)

On February 21, 1977, a Lockheed 18 LodeStar (registration N100GP) operated by Priester Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Truckee, United States of America during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Stall during initial climb due to inadequate preflight preparation on part of the crew. The following contributing factors were reported: - Failed to maintain flying speed, - Airframe ice, - 12 inches spanwise ice strip on upper wing surface. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After liftoff, a twin-engine airplane stalled during initial climb, struck the ground, and was destroyed. Both occupants were injured. The probable cause was a stall due to inadequate preflight preparation by the crew.

Incident

Just after liftoff, while in the initial climb phase, the twin-engine airplane encountered difficulties gaining height. It subsequently stalled, struck the ground, and was destroyed in flames. Both occupants sustained injuries.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was a stall during initial climb due to inadequate preflight preparation on the part of the crew.

Contributing Factors

Several contributing factors were reported:

  • Failure to maintain flying speed
  • Airframe ice
  • A 12-inch spanwise ice strip on the upper wing surface
IcingAerodynamic stall

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Feb 1977 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident near Truckee, United States of America?

After liftoff, a twin-engine airplane stalled during initial climb, struck the ground, and was destroyed. Both occupants were injured. The probable cause was a stall due to inadequate preflight preparation by the crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Feb 1977 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Feb 1977 involved a Lockheed 18 LodeStar, registration N100GP, operated by Priester Aviation, at Truckee, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Stall during initial climb due to inadequate preflight preparation on part of the crew. The following contributing factors were reported: - Failed to maintain flying speed, - Airframe ice, - 12 inches spanwise ice strip on upper wing surface.

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