Learjet 25 crash, Dec 4, 1978 (5 killed), Anchorage-Ted S...
Learjet 25 accident on December 4, 1978 near Anchorage-Ted Stevens Intl Alaska, United States with 5 fatalities. Cause: Strong gusting crosswinds...
- Date: December 4, 1978
- Aircraft: Learjet 25
- Location: Anchorage-Ted Stevens Intl Alaska, United States
- Fatalities: 5
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Strong gusting crosswinds during the landing attempt, followed by loss of control due to inappropriate pilot technique while trying to regain control. Light ice on the wing surfaces may also have contributed.
On 4 December 1978 a Learjet 25 (N77RS) operated by Inlet Marine on a Juneau to Anchorage flight rolled sharply on final approach to runway 06R at Anchorage Ted Stevens International and crashed inverted in snow near the runway. Five of the seven occupants were killed.