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May 7, 2007 · Piper PA28-235 · N8581W
San Jose, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 7, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
San Jose, CA
Aircraft
Piper PA28-235
Tail Number
N8581W
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA07CA123
The pilot reported that while on short final to runway 31R, approximately 30 feet above ground level (agl), he encountered a "lurching, slamming sensation and the aircraft lunged toward the ground." The pilot stated he applied "full" power, however the airplane continued to descend and struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the landing gear and wing. The pilot reported that he encountered "severe low-level wind shear" while on final approach. He estimated an airspeed loss of 15-20 knots at 30 feet agl. The pilot reported that the winds were from 300 degrees (magnetic) at 15 knots.
NTSB Probable Cause
Wind shear encounter during approach for landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on short final to runway 31R, approximately 30 feet above ground level (agl), he encountered a "lurching, slamming sensation and the aircraft lunged toward the ground." The pilot stated he applied "full" power, however the airplane continued to descend and struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the landing gear and wing. The pilot reported that he encountered "severe low-level wind shear" while on final approach. He estimated an airspeed loss of 15-20 knots at 30 feet agl. The pilot reported that the winds were from 300 degrees (magnetic) at 15 knots.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 PDT
Nearest AirportReid-Hillview Of Santa Clara C (0nm)
Runway31R
Runway Length3100 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA28-235
Tail NumberN8581W
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-540 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 60 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind300° @ 15 kt
Visibility50 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0