Crash of a Beechcraft D18S in Deer River: 1 killed
Date & Time:
Sep 8, 1964 at 0950 LT
Operator:
Registration:
N800UA
Survivors:
No
MSN:
A-218
YOM:
1946
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
1
Circumstances:
While landing at Deer River on soft ground, the pilot decided to attempt a go around. During initial climb, the twin engine aircraft struck trees located at the end of the airstrip, stalled and crashed in a wooded area. The wreckage was found a day later and the pilot was killed. The airplane was owned by Leonard C. Piet.
Probable cause:
Inadequate preflight preparation on part of the pilot who delayed in initiating a go around. The runway braking effectiveness was reduced by wet and soft surface.
Final Report:
