Non-airworthy airplane, non-qualified pilot bad combo

This August 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Beech 18. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: Eden Prairie, Minn. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot purchased the airplane approximately one year prior to the accident with the intention of restoring it for flight. The pilot, who held commercial, multi-engine and instrument ratings, reportedly did not have any Beech 18 flight experience. Prior to the accident, the plane had not been flown for approximately five years and had been used for spare parts. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.

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