Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA15CA081

Winnsboro, SC, USA

Aircraft #1

N50595

CITABRIA 7GCBC

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that he decided to go around during the landing due to floating and attempted a steep left turn to avoid power lines. The airplane stalled, impacted the ground, and sustained substantial damage to the wings, the fuselage, and the empennage. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's execution of a steep left turn at low altitude during an aborted landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, and a collision with terrain.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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