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September 1, 2008 · Piper PA-22 · N7253D
Star City, AR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 1, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Star City, AR
Aircraft
Piper PA-22
Tail Number
N7253D
Operator
Robert Craig
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DEN08CA147
The commercial pilot stated that, on landing, he overflew the airport and, based on his observations, he anticipated ground turbulence. During the landing roll he encountered a gust of wind and lost control of the airplane. The plane departed the runway and fell off a 2-foot drop. Examination of the airplane revealed the left wing spar and left elevator were bent.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot failed to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the crosswinds and the rough terrain near the runway.
Full Narrative
The commercial pilot was landing with three passengers. The pilot stated he over flew the airport and based on his observations he anticipated ground turbulence. During landing roll he encountered a gust of wind and lost control of the airplane. The plane departed the runway and fell off a 2 foot drop. Examination of the airplane revealed the left wing spar and left elevator were bent.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:15 CDT
Nearest AirportStar City, Ar (0nm)
Runway18
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-22
Tail NumberN7253D
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRobert Craig
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsTextron Lycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 38 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind70° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter30.05 inHg
Observation Time09:53
Weather SourceWFAC