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February 10, 2008 · Piper J3C-65 · N26868
Shallowater, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 10, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Shallowater, TX
Aircraft
Piper J3C-65
Tail Number
N26868
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DFW08CA069
While maneuvering to final approach for a landing the pilot allowed the left wing of the airplane to contact the ground and subsequently collided with terrain. The airplane was substantially damaged. The pilot was wearing a shoulder restraint and lap belt and was not injured. The pilot reported that the collision was due to pilot error by allowing the airplane to get too low while maneuvering to land. Additionally the pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Failure of the pilot to maintain a safe clearance from the terrain while manuevering for the landing surface.
Full Narrative
While maneuvering to final approach for a landing the pilot allowed the left wing of the airplane to contact the ground and subsequently collided with terrain. The airplane was substantially damaged. The pilot was wearing a shoulder restraint and lap belt and was not injured. The pilot reported that the collision was due to pilot error by allowing the airplane to get too low while maneuvering to land. Additionally the pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:15 CST
Nearest AirportBiggin Hill Airport (0nm)
Runway12
Runway Length3000 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper J3C-65
Tail NumberN26868
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 81 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind80° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 7 C
Altimeter30.15 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC