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May 7, 2006 · Piper PA-18-150 · N6083A
Cody, WY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 7, 2006
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Cody, WY
Aircraft
Piper PA-18-150
Tail Number
N6083A
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DEN06CA073
The pilot was attempting to clear the top of a power line and land on a ranch dirt road. During the approach, "[the airplane] started to sink." The pilot increased engine power; however, the airplane "wasn't going to make it over" the power line. The airplane flew under the power line, and subsequently, the left wing impacted a parked vehicle. The airplane skidded approximately 300 feet and came to rest upright.
NTSB Probable Cause
the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a parked vehicle during the approach to land on a dirt road. Contributing factors were the pilot's improper decision to land near an unsuitable landing area, and the parked vehicle.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, he was attempting to clear the top of a power line and land on a ranch dirt road. During the approach, "[the airplane] started to sink." The pilot increased engine power; however, the airplane "wasn't going to make it over" the power line. The airplane flew under the power line, and subsequently, the left wing impacted a parked vehicle. The airplane skidded approximately 300 feet and came to rest upright. The left wing and main landing gears were separated from the airplane. The pilot and parked vehicle occupant were not injured.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time06:52 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18-150
Tail NumberN6083A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 45 · Third Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0