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July 16, 2008 · Cessna TR182 · N739AZ
Factoryville, PA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 16, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Factoryville, PA
Aircraft
Cessna TR182
Tail Number
N739AZ
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
MIA08CA143
The pilot stated that he became momentarily distracted by the sun while on final approach, which resulted in a fast approach. After landing he realized he was unable to stop on the runway, and applied power to go-around, but was too late. While on the ground, the airplane traveled off the departure end of the runway, down a hill, and came to rest in a cornfield. The pilot did not report any mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's diverted attention while on final approach and his delay in performing a go-around during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident were sun glare and excessive airspeed.
Full Narrative
The pilot of a Cessna TR182 stated that he became momentarily distracted by the sun while on final approach, which resulted in a fast approach. After landing he realized he was unable to stop on the runway, and applied power to go-around, but was too late. While on the ground, the airplane traveled off the departure end of the runway, down a hill, and came to rest in a cornfield. The pilot did not report any mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:00 EDT
Nearest AirportSiemens Field Airport (0nm)
Runway22
Runway Length2500 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna TR182
Tail NumberN739AZ
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-540-L3C · Reciprocating · 235
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 57 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind10° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55
Altimeter30.11 inHg
Observation Time23:54
Weather SourceWFAC