The Lure of Home

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Abstract

This article recounts an aircraft accident that could have been avoided. The pilot ignored flight manual warnings to not fly in icing conditions. The pilot disregarded all advice to stay on the ground but he was anxious to get home and celebrate an occasion with his family. All lives lost on the flight.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalTAC Attack
Volume11
StatePublished - Dec 1 1971
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • aircraft icing
  • safety measures

Disciplines

  • Aviation
  • Aviation Safety and Security

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