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June 20, 2019 · Cessna 150 F · N6471F
Elkader, IA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 20, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Elkader, IA
Aircraft
Cessna 150 F (1966)
Tail Number
N6471F
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA19CA363
The pilot reported that, during the approach and just before landing, he aborted the landing because he felt that the airplane was too high above the runway to land safely. As he configured the airplane to go around, the airplane flew about 150 ft beyond the runway, and the right wing struck treetops and then impacted terrain. The pilot added that quicker power application and flap configuration would have prevented the accident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage, and the empennage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's delayed decision to go around, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during approach and just prior to landing, he aborted the landing because he felt that the airplane was too high above the runway to land safely. As he configured the airplane to go-around, the airplane flew about 150ft beyond the runway and the right wing struck treetops and the airplane collided with trees and terrain. The pilot added that a quicker power application and flap configuration would have prevented the accident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage and the empennage. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:30 CDT
Nearest AirportELKADER (0nm SW)
Runway35
Runway Length1705 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 150 F
Tail NumberN6471F
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-200-A · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 62 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind310° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55
Altimeter29.77 inHg
Observation Time15:35
Weather SourceWFAC