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July 8, 2007 · Cessna 182K · N2762Q
Matincus Island, ME
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 8, 2007
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries), 1 uninjured
Location
Matincus Island, ME
Aircraft
Cessna 182K
Tail Number
N2762Q
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
NYC07CA163
The pilot reported that he had turned onto short final for runway 18, when an eagle appeared very close to the right side of the airplane. He made a steep left turn to avoid the eagle, and applied full power, in an effort to clear the tree line to the left of the runway; however, the nose landing gear impacted the trees. The airplane subsequently impacted the left side of the runway, which resulted in substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
An evasive maneuver to avoid a bird, while on final approach, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the Cessna 182K stated that he had turned onto short final for runway 18, when an eagle appeared very close to the right side of the airplane. The pilot made a steep left turn to avoid the eagle, and applied full power, in an effort to clear the tree line to the left of the runway; however, the nose landing gear impacted the trees. The airplane subsequently impacted the left side of the runway, which resulted in substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:30 EDT
Nearest AirportMatinicus Island Airport (0nm)
Runway18
Runway Length1700 ft
Runway Width30 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182K
Tail NumberN2762Q
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470 · Reciprocating
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries), 1 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured1
Total3
Crew 1Age 66 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind260° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 11000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 63 F
Altimeter29.75 inHg
Observation Time20:15
Weather SourceWFAC