Learning Opportunities After Fatal Cirrus Crash at Montgomery Gibbs Airfield N700YZ SR20

Rich was at KMYF on November 5, 2022 talking with Crown Air Linecrew when he witnessed N700YZ in an attempted side-step go-around on 28R.

There appeared to be oscillations in altitude and some power changes happening that ended in a nose down attitude and dive into the ground off the departure end of runway 28R.

Rich and two linecrew were the first responders to the crash scene and rendered aid to the critically injured student pilot, Andre Roosevelt Green.

Our condolences to Andre, his family and loved ones, and the training staff he was studying with.

As a former cop and detective, Rich has experience with injury, crash and investigation scenes. What can we all learn and improve from this experience so that response times can be improved for the next unfortunate accident?

[sunshinensprinkles]

Thank you for being there for the crash victim. I know his family must be thankful that someone was there quickly to provide comfort to him.

[heatherpatterson]

Great video Rich! So glad you were there with us that day to help him.

[gpurusho]

Thanks Rich for being there at the crash site helping the victim.

[EricSimoneau]

Such a thought provoking video. Well done, and very timely. Thanks for making this video.

[RealRickCox]

Thank you for your service and compassion towards this pilot. I really appreciated your words about the folks that jump to conclusions. I’d rather people gather all the facts and then render an opinion. I value accuracy over speed.

[mikewings]

Our airport gates were equipped with audio switches that responded to emergency vehicle sirens. Works well at any gate!

[jimthepilotguy]

Great video...sad for sure....Thank you!

[etarheel]

Volunteer fire fighter for 12 years. Not once have I been offered on aircraft. Consider getting with the nfpa to see if you could create a national class on line for this most excellent cause. My love to the family and I’m very happy he did not pass from this world alone. Excellent video sir.

[twmba]

Great video, Rich. Most importantly, thanks for what you did for the pilot. Also the video covers a lot of the complex details of managing a post-accident scenario. There were many details I'd never though of before. Thank you for educating us!

[dennisnbrown]

We need more knowledgeable pilots like you to work with EMS all over the country so that more lives may be saved.

[royharper]

My uncle is a retired Homicide Sgt. You guys both have that gentle wisdom. Don't get me wrong his job almost wiped him out, but he recovered and is long since retired

[jaygee]

I thought I added this comment but now. I can't find it. So sorry for the duplicate if you got it. I am Andre's aunt in Atlanta. I wanted to thank you so much for making this video and more importantly for responding as you did and giving my nephew aid and comfort! You could have diverted as instructed, but you had a heart to help! His brother and parents are in San Diego (from Atlanta) to be with his widow and help with arrangements. If they want to meet you, would you be amenable? I wish there was a way to private message!

[leahholland]

Thanks for being on-site and performing first-aid. Tragic outcome.

[johnmajane]

So right about waiting for the information first.

[wademant]

I have flown N700YZ many times over last year or 2, Prayers with the family.

[johnfitzpatrick]

G, day mate.
Sometimes we have to "walk through the darkest valley" then you find yourself beside quiet waters.
A good Samaritan carried the cross.
🔥🏃

[scottmoseley]

But do we have to wait 24 months for a probable cause while other pilots encounter the same situation? Anyway you are a hero really for taking action and rendering aid and comfort. Thanks for sharing.

[ptdave]

Very good information in this video. There are things many of us pilots, mechanics can do to make it easier for a resuce situation happen quicker, smoother and safer for everyone. The suggestion of looking around the airport and asking where is the access points for first responders to enter the field, will this access allow them to get where ever needed without having to wait for a truck, plane or any ground equiptment to be moved. Hold training sessions with first responders make information about your unique airplace, such as battery location's, fuel shut off, type of fuel

[RosssRoyce]

I listened to the radio. He declared emergency, the reaction of the ATcontroller was to …authorize a take off on the runway he wanted to use in emergency, she also told him to “go around” and treated him as a “stuck mic”. The guy was very clear describing his trim trouble and declaring an emergency….

[darrens.]

Excellent presentation, Rich. Yes, KMYF is blessed to have San Diego Fire-Rescue station#28 so close. They just need quick gate access. Station#28 has a pumper, ladder truck (with abundant rescue tools), and an old ARFF rig. I tend to think that the late pilot of accident aircraft, that you kindly comforted, was not gonna survive even with a 3-minute delay due to gate access glitches. Usually where 3-minutes will matter is if someone is bleeding out or in CPR need. I was friends w/Bob Golo, who was MYF based, did you know him? Tragic, his CE310 fatal crash trying to get to Henderson, OEI. Take care and delighted to have discovered your channel.