aviation accidents

The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control while landing.

An engine oil line leak and subsequent engine compartment fire while in cruise flight.

A loss of engine power while maneuvering due to a broken exhaust valve.

The pilot’s failure to properly achieve the correct touch down point, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent noseover into a ditch.

The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing. The crosswind was a factor.

The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing on the grass airstrip. The pilot’s getting lost, poor fuel management and lack of experience on grass runways were factors.

The pilot’s misjudged flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing, which caused the nose gear to collapse.

A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, and the pilot’s delay in using carburetor heat.

The student pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.