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July 22, 2011 · Cessna A188B · N731AU
Devils Lake, ND
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 22, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Devils Lake, ND
Aircraft
Cessna A188B
Tail Number
N731AU
Operator
Wakefield Flight Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN11CA502
The pilot was performing an aerial application of a field when he executed a turn to line up for the next spray pass. During the turn, the airspeed slowed, and the airplane stalled. The airplane impacted the field and sustained substantial damage to both wings. The pilot stated that he should have discontinued the turn rather than attempt to align the airplane for the next spray pass.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in a stall during the aerial application.
Full Narrative
The pilot was performing an aerial application of a field when he executed a turn to line up for the next spray pass. During the turn, the airplane airspeed slowed, and the airplane stalled. The airplane impacted the field and sustained substantial damage to both wings. The pilot stated that he should have discontinued the turn rather than attempt to align the airplane for the next spray pass.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time19:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna A188B
Tail NumberN731AU
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWakefield Flight Service
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-520-09B · Reciprocating · 300
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 61 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point52
Altimeter29.76 inHg
Observation Time23:55
Weather SourceWFAC