Crash of a Mitsubishi MU-2B-30 Marquise in Hawesville
Date & Time:
Jan 19, 1978 at 0935 LT
Operator:
Registration:
N115S
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Carrollton - Hawesville
MSN:
518
YOM:
1970
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
5
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total hours on type:
598.00
Circumstances:
On final approach, the twin engine airplane stalled and crashed short of runway. All seven occupants escaped uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Stall on final approach after the crew misjudged distance and altitude and failed to maintain flying speed.
Final Report:
