accident

We may think we need to respond quickly, but abrupt control inputs at low speed usually are a bad idea.

January 1, 2024, Mansfield, La. Beech C23 Sundowner The pilot later reported conducting a normal, full-flap landing to the runway. Upon touching down, the airplane’s nose landing gear collapsed, and a post-impact fire ensued after the airplane came to rest. The fire destroyed the airplane, limiting post-accident evaluation. A poor-quality airport surveillance video appeared to […]

The crew reported loss of oil pressure before the accident.

‘Taking a look’ at your destination’s weather conditions works best when you’re proficient and well-rested. 

A monthly summary of recently published NTSB preliminary accident reports involving general aviation and air carrier aircraft.

Nine more were injured in the Boise incident, with five reported to be in critical condition.


Allegations of catastrophic wing failure are brought forth.

The agency’s findings focus on errors in fuel management.

The pilot is believed to have intentionally crashed the aircraft in a remote part of Texas.

It turns out we don’t even have to be airborne before CO can enter the cabin and start compromising our abilities.