The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the high wind conditions and wind shear encounter on final approach, that led to a failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and a stall.
aviation accidents
Failure to check NOTAMs ends with landing at closed airport
The airplane’s noseover in terrain unsuitable for landing due to the pilot’s failure to obtain current NOTAM information on the closed airport.
Solo attempt at hand-propping Luscombe ends in cornfield
The pilot intentionally leaving the airplane unoccupied during the engine start.
Flight into IMC proves fatal for three
The pilot’s loss of aircraft control during cruise flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Factors contributing to the accident were turbulence and icing conditions.
Pilot hits sign when crosswind landing goes awry
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Lancair’s first flight ends fatally
A loss of engine power during the initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons.