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January 12, 2006 · Piper PA-28-161 · N8325H
West Branch, MI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 12, 2006
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
West Branch, MI
Aircraft
Piper PA-28-161
Tail Number
N8325H
Operator
Sarah a Peasley
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI06CA065
The airplane contacted a deer during a landing roll. The pilot reported that the landing was normal. During the landing roll, she felt the airplane "jerk" to the left. She reported that she was able to maintain control of the airplane on the runway. A passenger in the airplane stated that he saw the deer just prior to it contacting the airplane, but there was not enough time for the pilot to take evasive action. The deer contacted the left wing of the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
An encounter with a deer during landing.
Full Narrative
The airplane contacted a deer during a landing roll. The pilot reported the landing was normal. During the landing roll, she felt the airplane "jerk" to the left. She reported she was able to maintain control of the airplane on the runway. A passenger in the airplane stated he saw the deer just prior to it contacting the airplane, but there was not enough time for the pilot to take evasive action. The deer contacted the left wing of the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:55 EST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-28-161
Tail NumberN8325H
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSarah a Peasley
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-D3G · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 17 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind150° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point41 C / 34 C
Altimeter29.65 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC