Beechcraft G18S crash, Dec 4, 1991, DuPage
Beechcraft G18S accident on December 4, 1991 near DuPage, Illinois, United States with no fatalities. Cause: Pilot's loss of directional control,...
- Date: December 4, 1991
- Aircraft: Beechcraft G18S
- Location: DuPage, Illinois, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Pilot's loss of directional control, improper in-flight decision and remedial action; inadequate cargo restraint and company standards for equipment and training were contributing factors.
A Viking Express Beechcraft G18S cargo flight from DuPage yawed right on takeoff. The pilot's corrective rudder and throttle inputs were not enough, the aircraft made a sharp right turn and banked before hitting the ground, sliding through fences and a fuel depot. The pilot was not hurt, and the cargo had shifted because its restraints were inadequate.