According to the NTSB report, Laferriere’s last stop was at Lt. Warren Eaton Airport (OIC), in Norwich, New York. Laferriere told personnel at the airport that he had experienced “rough air and wind gusts like he had never seen before.” He appeared shaken up by the experience.
NTSB
Poor approach leads to crash
The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent impact with terrain.
Landing gear mishap leads to crash
The improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Go-around goes bad
The decision to abort the landing with insufficient runway available to guarantee obstruction clearance.
Carburetor float, fuel pump lead to engine fire
The restriction of the carburetor float as a result of a misadjusted retractor clip. Wrong fuel pump leads to engine fire.
Lack of landing gear surprises pilot
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear.
Density altitude thwarts pilot
The pilot’s failure to obtain and maintain an adequate airspeed that resulted in a stall/mush.
Crosswind landing goes bad
The pilot’s inadequate compensation for a gusting crosswind and his failure to maintain directional control.
Short runway, powerlines a bad combination
The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning due to his decision to takeoff downwind, and his subsequent failure to maintain adequate clearance from the power line.