Miami Boeing 767 Overrun: Tailwind Questions & Cirrus SR22 Go-Around Stall
Miami Boeing 767 Runway Overrun, Cirrus SR22 Fatal Stall, and Cessna 421 Misfueling — NTSB News Talk #41
A Boeing 767 cargo jet overruns a Miami runway, killing five people on the ground. A Cirrus SR22 stalls during a go-around at Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, killing all five aboard. And a Cessna 421 loses engine power after receiving 145 gallons of Jet A instead of aviation gasoline.
In Episode 41 of NTSB News Talk, aviation safety experts Max Trescott and Rob Mark examine ten recent aviation accidents, including newly released NTSB preliminary and final reports. They explore the critical decisions, mechanical issues, and pilot procedures behind these accidents, highlighting lessons that can help pilots avoid similar tragedies.
Miami Boeing 767 N1997A: Fatal Runway Overrun
On September 6, 2026, Boeing 767 N1997A, operating as 21 Air Flight 7598 on a cargo flight for Amazon, overran Runway 30 at Miami International Airport. The aircraft struck two vehicles beyond the runway, killing five people and seriously injuring three others.
The NTSB preliminary report reveals that the Boeing 767 crossed the runway threshold approximately 105 feet above the ground and touched down 3,750 feet beyond the threshold at a groundspeed of 160 knots.
Rob examines significant tailwind conditions, repeated warnings about excessive airspeed, and the captain's decision to attempt a go-around when only about 930 feet of runway remained. The aircraft's intermittent weight-on-wheels indications also interfered with deployment of speed brakes and thrust reversers.
The investigation raises important questions about stabilized approaches, crew coordination, air traffic control wind advisories, and timely go-around decisions.
Cirrus SR22 N1281F: Fatal Go-Around Stall at Kill Devil Hills
The NTSB's final report on the September 28, 2024, crash of Cirrus SR22 N1281F at First Flight Airport in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, provides a detailed look at an accident that killed five people.
Data recovered from the aircraft's tail-mounted recording module revealed two unstable approaches. During the second go-around attempt, the pilot increased power but applied excessive nose-up pitch.
In the final seconds, the airplane's pitch increased to more than 30 degrees as airspeed decreased to approximately 61 knots. The NTSB determined that the pilot exceeded the aircraft's critical angle of attack, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control.
Max also discusses the pilot's recent training history, an unsuccessful instrument proficiency check, and toxicology findings. The accident demonstrates why pilots must maintain proficiency in go-arounds and stall prevention.
Piper JetProp N931TT: Fatal Wisconsin Icing Encounter
On October 13, 2026, Piper PA-46 Malibu Mirage N931TT, modified with a JetProp DLX turboprop conversion, crashed near Wisconsin Dells, killing all six occupants.
The pilot reported ice accumulating on the wings at 24,000 feet and requested permission to descend. After ATC approved the descent, the airplane entered an increasingly rapid descending right turn.
Max reviews the NTSB's history of icing-related Malibu and Mirage accidents and explains why certification for flight into known icing conditions does not protect against every icing encounter, especially severe icing or convective weather.
Gulfstream G100 C-GRJP: Air Ambulance Crash Near Nantucket
On October 3, Canadian-registered Gulfstream G100 C-GRJP crashed into the Atlantic Ocean south of Nantucket, Massachusetts, killing all six people aboard.
The air ambulance was traveling from Bermuda to Boston when its crew reported electrical problems and declared an emergency. One crew member reportedly told controllers they were "flying blind."
Max and Rob discuss the challenges of maintaining aircraft control during an electrical emergency at night over water, particularly when pilots must rely on standby instruments.
Citation CJ1 N600AL: Bedford Takeoff Accident
On October 7, Cessna Citation CJ1 N600AL crashed during takeoff from Bedford, Pennsylvania. The aircraft traveled through the airport perimeter fence, crossed a road, and was subsequently destroyed by fire.
Both pilots survived with minor injuries.
Rob examines the accident's unusual circumstances, including good weather and a runway that ordinarily would have provided sufficient takeoff distance. Investigators have not yet established the cause.
Beech Bonanza N6071E: Fuel Starvation with Congressman Aboard
Beech K35 Bonanza N6071E lost engine power while approaching Wausau Downtown Airport, Wisconsin, on September 12, 2026. A sitting U.S. congressman running for governor was aboard.
Both occupants escaped with minor injuries after the airplane landed in water.
Investigators found the left main fuel tank empty while the right main and auxiliary tanks contained fuel. The pilot reported switching tanks after noticing an elevated exhaust gas temperature but did not activate the electric fuel boost pump while attempting to restore power.
The accident underscores the importance of fuel management and emergency procedures.
Piper PA-28 N7653F: Fatal Nighttime Spiral Descent
On September 5, Piper PA-28-181 N7653F crashed near Ludlow, Massachusetts, killing the pilot and passenger.
The airplane departed Northampton Airport on an IFR flight plan and climbed to approximately 5,600 feet before entering a rapidly descending spiral.
ADS-B data showed descent rates exceeding 11,000 feet per minute. Max examines the aircraft's unusual flight path, nighttime conditions, and the potential challenges of maintaining spatial orientation.
Gliders N61XC and N94CG: Fatal New York Midair Collision
On September 18, Schempp-Hirth Ventus 2b N61XC and Schleicher ASW-24 N94CG collided while flying in a thermal near Edinburg, New York.
The pilot of N61XC died, while the pilot of N94CG maintained control and landed safely.
Rob discusses the difficulties of maintaining visual separation when multiple gliders share a thermal and the importance of effective traffic scanning.
Diamond DA40 N162GL: Unusual Night Flight Near Boulder
On October 4, Diamond DA40 N162GL crashed in mountainous terrain near Eldorado Springs, Colorado, killing a pilot and his three-year-old daughter.
The airplane departed Longmont shortly before sunset and spent nearly three hours maneuvering over mountainous terrain before striking rising ground.
Max examines the aircraft's unusual ADS-B flight track and discusses unanswered questions surrounding the accident. Although the circumstances raise concerns, investigators have not established whether the crash was accidental or intentional.
Cessna 421 N28RH: Jet A Misfueling Causes Engine Failures
Cessna 421 N28RH crashed near Fulton, Kentucky, on August 21, 2026, after being mistakenly fueled with Jet A instead of the 100LL aviation gasoline required by its piston engines.
Following departure from Blytheville, Arkansas, both engines experienced problems, forcing an off-airport landing.
The pilot had signed a receipt showing that 145 gallons of Jet A had been delivered but failed to identify the error before departure.
Rob and Max explain how supervising fueling, checking fuel-truck markings, reviewing receipts, and sampling fuel can prevent these potentially catastrophic mistakes.