May 13, 2005
Incident
Union Star, MO
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 121
Probable Cause
A loss of reliable airspeed indication due to an accumulation of ice on the air data/pitot sensors. Contributing to the incident was the flight crew's improper response to the erroneous airspeed indications, their lack of coordination during the initial recovery of the airplane to controlled flight, and icing conditions.
NTSB NYC05MA083