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December 19, 1993 · Boeing A75N1 · N55133
Madisonville, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 19, 1993
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Madisonville, TX
Aircraft
Boeing A75N1
Tail Number
N55133
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
FTW94LA054
THE PILOT DECIDED TO LAND ON A ROAD WHEN OUTSIDE VISUAL REFERENCES DIMINISHED. DURING THE LANDING ROLL THE AIRPLANE STRUCK A ROAD SIGN AND SPUN OUT OF CONTROL.
NTSB Probable Cause
THE PILOT'S CONTINUED FLIGHT INTO ADVERSE WEATHER. FACTORS WERE WEATHER CONDITIONS AND COLLISION WITH A SIGN.
Full Narrative
On December 19, 1993, at 1423 central standard time, a Boeing A75N1, N55133, was substantially damaged during a precautionary landing near Madisonville, Texas, due to deteriorating weather conditions. The airline transport rated pilot was not injured. Instrument meteorological conditions existed throughout the area. The pilot reported, during an interview conducted by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector, that he encountered low ceilings and attempted to land on a road. During the landing the aircraft struck a roadside marker and spun around, collapsing a landing gear and damaging the wing spar.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:23 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway0
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBoeing A75N1
Tail NumberN55133
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsP&W · R-985 · Reciprocating · 450
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 71 · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightNr
Wind130° @ 5 kt
Visibility3 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point52 / 50
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time19:50
Weather SourceWFAC