CESSNA 170
Axtell, KS — August 11, 2017
Event Information
| Date | August 11, 2017 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA17CA489 |
| Event ID | 20170815X55733 |
| Location | Axtell, KS |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.87083, -96.25916 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 170 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt to close a passenger door during a critical phase of flight.
Full Narrative
***This report was modified on January 3, 2018. Please see the docket for this accident to view the original report.***
The pilot reported that, during a go around after a low approach, the left cabin door opened. He added that he reached back to close the door and the airplane aerodynamically stalled. The pilot was unable to recover and the airplane impacted the ground and struck multiple fences.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.