L.J. Simmons - Air Taxi

L.J. Simmons - Air Taxi Friday January 19, 1979
The aircraft encountered air frame icing and wind shear and crashed while attempting to land. Pilot initiated flight in adverse weather conditions. Failed to follow approved procedures.

Crash Details

DateFriday January 19, 1979
LocationGrand Rapids, Michigan
Passengers5
Crew1
Fatalities4
Survivors2
Aircraft TypeAerostar 601
OperatorL.J. Simmons - Air Taxi
RegistrationN7437S
Flight OriginLansing, MI
Flight Destination Marquette, MI
Grand Rapids, Michigan
L.J. Simmons - Air Taxi
Aerostar 601
1979