Piper PA-28-181
Dixon, IL — June 2, 2008
Event Information
| Date | June 2, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CHI08CA147 |
| Event ID | 20080627X00932 |
| Location | Dixon, IL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.83361, -89.44611 |
| Airport | Dixon Municipal Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Piper |
| Model | PA-28-181 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The student pilot improperly raised the flaps during the go-around, did not maintain airspeed, and stalled the airplane. The trees were a factor.
Full Narrative
The solo student pilot reported that there was a moderate crosswind when he was attempting to land so he executed a go-around. During the go-around, he raised the flaps. He reported that taking out 2 notches of flaps caused the airplane to lose too much altitude and "the plane stalled as I pulled back on the yoke." The airplane struck several trees and impacted the ground. He reported that there were no mechanical difficulties with the airplane.
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.