The airplane didn’t touch down until it passed the halfway point of the runway.
aviation accidents
Student hits wind sock
A simple failure to maintain directional control led to accident.
Airstrip’s uneven surface contributes to crash
Alon A2 bounced into the air and stalled before the pilot could gain control.
Student loses control on landing
A failure to maintain directional control led a wild ride in an Aeronca for this student pilot.
Carb icing likely culprit in crash
Atmospheric conditions – 81° temp and 66° dew point – make for a “moderate risk” for carb ice.
Wet grass runway contributes to crash
Full airplane, wet grass, short run all factored into C-208 running off the end of the runway.
High density altitude contributes to Ercoupe hitting tree during takeoff
High-density altitude and low-powered Ercoupe equals trouble for this pilot.
Crosswind landing bends airplane
Gusty crosswind was more than the aircraft and pilot could handle.
Navion’s engine loses power due to fuel starvation
Pilot deviated from the airplane’s checklist to keep the engine running during run-up and taxi.