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November 5, 2008 · Beech 35-C33 · N5891J
Atlanta, GA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 5, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Atlanta, GA
Aircraft
Beech 35-C33
Tail Number
N5891J
Operator
Lindsey William L
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA038
The pilot was landing at his home airport and requested runway 32 since the winds were reported from 320 at 6 knots. Dusk lighting conditions prevailed. The final approach is initially over trees, then opens into a cleared area where approach lights are positioned. After crossing over the trees on short final, the airplane seemed to drop and the pilot added power. The airplane contacted the approach lights and the airport perimeter fence before coming to a stop in the grass adjacent to the runway. The FAA inspector examined the airplane after the accident and found no evidence of a mechanical malfunction or failure. The pilot concluded that he may have hit an air pocket.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper glide path during the final approach, resulting in a collision with the airport approach lights.
Full Narrative
The pilot was landing at his home airport and requested runway 32 since the winds were reported from 320 at 6 knots. Dusk lighting conditions prevailed. The final approach is initially over trees, then opens into a cleared area where approach lights are positioned. After crossing over the trees on short final, the airplane seemed to drop and the pilot added power. The airplane contacted the approach lights and the airport perimeter fence before coming to a stop in the grass adjacent to the runway. The FAA inspector examined the airplane after the accident and found no evidence of a mechanical malfunction or failure. The pilot concluded that he may have hit an air pocket.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:02 EST
Nearest AirportFulton County Airport (0nm)
Runway32
Runway Length4157 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBeech 35-C33
Tail NumberN5891J
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorLindsey William L
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · I0-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 260
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 71 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind320° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 0 C
Altimeter30.04 inHg
Observation Time22:00
Weather SourcePILO