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January 20, 2005 · Grumman G-1159 · N74RQ

Logan, UT

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 20, 2005
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (9 uninjured)
Location
Logan, UT
Aircraft
Grumman G-1159
Tail Number
N74RQ
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DEN05CA050

The captain stated they had flown the GPS approach to runway 35. When they did not see the runway or runway environment they initiated a missed approach. During the missed approach, they were able to see the first 4 to 5 thousand feet on the approach end of runway 17. They "elected to circle to the north west to set up for a visual approach to runway 17." The captain stated that the approach was "slightly high and as a result, the flare was a bit higher than normal." The airplane entered the fog layer just prior to touchdown. The captain stated that during the landing flare the airplane had drifted to the left and "the aircraft settled onto the runway to the left of centerline and shortly thereafter the left main gear impacted a snow berm." The airplane turned hard to the left and departed the runway. The nose gear separated, the radome was crushed and the cockpit pressure bulkhead was broken open. The routine aviation weather report (METAR) at LGU reported the weather as follows: wind, calm; visibility, 1/4 statute mile in freezing fog; sky condition, vertical visibility 100 feet agl; temperature, minus 7 degrees Celsius (C), dewpoint, minus 7 degrees C; altimeter, 30.45 inches.

NTSB Probable Cause

the pilot's improper IFR operation by which he failed to comply to the missed approach procedure, and his improper evaluation of the weather resulting in an encounter with fog and his loss of visual contact with the runway during the landing.

Full Narrative

On January 19, 2005, approximately 2030 mountain standard time, a Grumman G-1159, N74RQ, operated by Icon Health and Fitness, was substantially damaged when it departed the runway and impacted a snow bank during landing roll at Logan-Cache Airport (LGU), Logan, Utah. Night instrument meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The business flight was being conducted on an instrument flight rules flight plan under the provisions of Title 14 CFR Part 91. The airline transport certificated captain, first officer, and seven passengers reported no injuries. The cross-country flight originated at Kansas City (MKC), Missouri, approximately 1730. According to a written statement submitted by the captain, they had flown the GPS approach to runway 35. When they did not see the runway or runway environment they initiated a missed approach. During the missed approach procedure, they were able to see the first 4 to 5 thousand feet on the approach end of runway 17. They "elected to circle to the north west to set up for a visual approach to runway 17." The captain stated that the approach was "slightly high and as a result, the flare was a bit higher than normal." The airplane entered the fog layer just prior to touchdown. The captain stated that during the landing flare the airplane drifted to the left and "the aircraft settled onto the runway to the left of centerline and shortly thereafter the left main gear impacted a snow berm." The airplane turned hard to the left and departed the runway. The nose gear separated, the radome was crushed and the cockpit pressure bulkhead was compromised. An examination of the airplane's systems, conducted by the FAA, revealed no anomalies. The routine aviation weather report (METAR) at LGU reported the weather as follows: wind, calm; visibility, 1/4 statute mile in freezing fog; sky condition, vertical visibility 100 feet agl; temperature, minus 7 degrees Celsius (C), dewpoint, minus 7 degrees C; altimeter, 30.45 inches.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:30 MST
Nearest AirportLogan-Cache Airport (1nm S)
Runway17
Runway Length9095 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftGrumman G-1159
Tail NumberN74RQ
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeTurbojet
Engine DetailsRolls-Royce · SPEY MKS11-8 · Turbojet · 11400 | Rolls-Royce · SPEY MKS11-8 · Turbojet · 11400
Seats15

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (9 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured9
Total9
Crew 1Age 47 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 38 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsIMC
LightDark Night
Wind200° @ 4 kt
Visibility0.2 sm
CeilingVertical visibility 100 ft
Temperature / Dew Point19 C / 19 C
Altimeter30.45 inHg
Observation Time03:51
Weather SourceWFAC

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