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Aircraft Strikes Ground During Descent to Savoonga in Poor Weather (N112NA)

Savoonga, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 19, 1977, a Rockwell Grand Commander 680 (registration N112NA) operated by Munz Northern Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Savoonga, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Controlled flight into terrain in traffic pattern-circling after the pilot continued VFR flight into adverse weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

While descending to Savoonga, an airplane struck the ground a few miles from the airstrip in poor weather. All three occupants were injured and the aircraft was destroyed. Conditions included whiteout, IMC, and a 500-foot ceiling.

Accident Overview

During a descent to Savoonga, the pilot encountered poor weather conditions, and the airplane struck the ground a few miles from the airstrip. The accident resulted in injuries to all three occupants and the destruction of the aircraft.

Weather Conditions

The accident occurred in whiteout conditions (IMC conditions) with a 500-foot ceiling. These conditions were characterized by poor visibility and low cloud cover.

Official Findings

According to the investigation, the probable cause of the accident was controlled flight into terrain in traffic pattern-circling after the pilot continued VFR flight into adverse weather conditions. The following contributing factors were reported:

  • Ice propeller
  • Airframe ice
  • Whiteout conditions
  • Icing conditions including sleet and freezing rain
  • Low ceiling
  • Visibility below minimums
Controlled flight into terrainIcing

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