N31GW

Substantial
None

Schweizer G-164B S/N: 507B

Summary

On April 30, 1992, a Schweizer G-164B (N31GW) was involved in an incident near Scotia, NE. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRCRAFT CONTROL WHICH RESULTED IN A NOSE OVER DURING THE PRECAUTIONARY LANDING. RELATED FACTORS ARE THE POWER LINES (OBSTRUCTIONS) AND INADEQUATE ALTITUDE.

This incident is documented in NTSB report CHI92DCJ03. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N31GW.

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, April 30, 1992
NTSB Number
CHI92DCJ03
Location
SCOTIA, NE
Event ID
20001211X14386
Coordinates
41.460895, -98.700263
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRCRAFT CONTROL WHICH RESULTED IN A NOSE OVER DURING THE PRECAUTIONARY LANDING. RELATED FACTORS ARE THE POWER LINES (OBSTRUCTIONS) AND INADEQUATE ALTITUDE.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
SCHWEIZER
Serial Number
507B
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
G-164B G164
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
1
FAA Model
G-164B

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
HERSHEY FLYING SERVICE INC
Address
PO BOX 148
City
DAVID CITY
State / Zip Code
NE 68632-0148
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CHI92DCJ03