At 1617 Pacific time, the airplane impacted a concrete wall and was destroyed by a post-crash fire. The solo pilot was killed. Visual conditions prevailed. According to local law enforcement, the airplane touched down on railroad tracks, bounced a couple of times and came to rest about 500 yards from the initial point of impact. Witnesses indicated the engine was idling, and the airplane was on a shallow approach to the railroad tracks, with its landing gear down.
November 14, 2009, San Gabriel, Calif., Beech A36
At 1617 Pacific time, the airplane impacted a concrete wall and was destroyed by a post-crash fire. The solo pilot was killed. Visual conditions prevailed. According to local law enforcement, the airplane touched down on railroad tracks, bounced a couple of times and came to rest about 500 yards from the initial point of impact.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane impacted a concrete wall, was destroyed by a post-crash fire, and the solo pilot was killed.
- The aircraft reportedly touched down on railroad tracks, bounced, and traveled approximately 500 yards before striking the wall.
- Witnesses observed the airplane on a shallow approach to the tracks with its landing gear down and the engine idling under visual flight conditions.
Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->
See a mistake? Contact us.
