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January 21, 2007 · Smith Ted Aerostar 601P · N88JE
Craig, CO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 21, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Craig, CO
Aircraft
Smith Ted Aerostar 601P
Tail Number
N88JE
Operator
Ed Widner
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DEN07CA057
According to the pilot, he had been informed by an individual located at the airport that the runway had been plowed. However, the runway had not been plowed, and there was approximately two inches of snow on the runway surface. Due to "bright whiteout conditions" surrounding the airport, the pilot reported that there was "no visible contrast to any roads or runways on the airport." During the approach, the pilot observed two ridges of snow approximately 50 feet apart, which he assumed to be the runway. Subsequently, the pilot landed the airplane in the snow adjacent to the runway. Upon touchdown, the nose and right main gear collapsed. Examination of the airplane revealed the forward pressure bulkhead was damaged, and the right aileron was buckled.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's improper in-flight planning and unsuitable area selected for landing. A contributing factor was the snow covered terrain and runway.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, he had been informed by an individual located at the airport that the runway had been plowed. However, the runway had not been plowed, and there was approximately two inches of snow on the runway surface. Due to "bright whiteout conditions" surrounding the airport, the pilot reported that there was "no visible contrast to any roads or runways on the airport." During the approach, the pilot observed two ridges of snow approximately 50 feet apart, which he assumed to be the runway. Subsequently, the pilot landed the airplane in the snow adjacent to the runway. Upon touchdown, the nose and right main gear collapsed. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was not injured. Examination of the airplane revealed the forward pressure bulkhead was damaged, and the right aileron was buckled.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:05 MST
Nearest AirportCraig-Moffat Airport (0nm)
Runway7
Runway Length5600 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftSmith Ted Aerostar 601P
Tail NumberN88JE
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorEd Widner
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-540 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 69 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0