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NTSB investigation record

BFO93LA095

Completed

Schweizer Sgs-233A· N17870

Date
May 21, 1993
Location
Johnson City, NY
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

Improper planning/decision by the flight crew. Factors related to the accident were: the downdraft on final approach, the terrain conditions (cliff & obstructions) near the approach end of the runway, and the lack of relative experience for each of the pilots.

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