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July 9, 2015 · Cessna 150J J · N12MM

Renton, WA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 9, 2015
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Renton, WA
Aircraft
Cessna 150J J (1968)
Tail Number
N12MM
Operator
Sky Signs
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA175

The pilot reported that while conducting banner towing operations, after the airplane passed through the banner pick up gates, he applied full throttle and pitched the nose of the airplane up. Once the airspeed reached 40 miles per hour (MPH) he looked back to ensure that the banner pickup was successful. The pilot stated that when he turned back around the airspeed had decreased, simultaneously the banner began "pulling", which led to an increase in drag, and the airplane exceeded its critical angle of attack. The airplane aerodynamically stalled, descended, and impacted the ground. The airplane impacted the ground left wing first, and sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall/spin.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that while conducting banner towing operations, after the airplane passed through the banner pick up gates, he applied full throttle and pitched the nose of the airplane up. Once the airspeed reached 40 miles per hour (MPH) he looked back to ensure that the banner pickup was successful. The pilot stated that when he turned back around the airspeed had decreased, simultaneously the banner began "pulling", which led to an increase in drag, and the airplane exceeded its critical angle of attack. The airplane aerodynamically stalled, descended, and impacted the ground. The airplane impacted the ground left wing first, and sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:58 PDT
Nearest AirportRenton Muni (0nm N)
Runway34
Runway Length5382 ft
Runway Width200 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 150J J
Tail NumberN12MM
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSky Signs
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 28 · Second Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind330° @ 6 kt
Visibility8 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter29.69 inHg
Observation Time21:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data