Single-engine aircraft crash near Anderson-Darlington Field Airport

4 fatalities • Anderson-Darlington Field, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine airplane crashed into an open field during a go-around attempt near Anderson-Darlington Field Airport, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

During the final approach phase at Anderson-Darlington Field Airport, the pilot of a single-engine airplane attempted to execute a go-around maneuver. This decision was likely prompted by the aircraft being at an excessive altitude relative to the approach path. During this procedure, the pilot lost control of the aircraft.

The plane subsequently struck an open field situated approximately three miles away from the airport. Upon impact, the aircraft caught fire. There were four fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft, with no survivors reported.

Findings

Preliminary details suggest that the loss of control occurred while the crew was attempting to correct the flight path during the go-around. The crash resulted in a post-impact fire that consumed the wreckage.

Probable cause

The pilot lost control of the aircraft while performing a go-around procedure due to being too high on final approach.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2024-09-06 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident near Anderson-Darlington Field, United States of America?

A single-engine airplane crashed into an open field during a go-around attempt near Anderson-Darlington Field Airport, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2024-09-06 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2024-09-06 involved a Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class), registration N629AG, operated by Okoboji Air, at Anderson-Darlington Field, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot lost control of the aircraft while performing a go-around procedure due to being too high on final approach.

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