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April 2, 2009 · Piper PA-31-325 · N707AG
Newark, NJ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 2, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Newark, NJ
Aircraft
Piper PA-31-325
Tail Number
N707AG
Operator
Emersums
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA227
The pilot aborted a previous takeoff because he was unable to maintain directional control of the airplane. He taxied the airplane to parking, inspected it visually, and elected to attempt another takeoff. During taxi, the control tower directed the pilot to complete a 180-degree turn. While turning, the pilot experienced a loss of brake pressure and directional control. He then applied asymmetrical engine power in an effort to complete the turn, but struck a fence post resulting in substantial damage to the left wing. Inspection of the airplane by the FAA revealed inoperative brakes on the airplane's right side.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to continue to operate the airplane with inoperative brakes on the airplane's right side.
Full Narrative
The pilot aborted a previous takeoff because he was unable to maintain directional control of the airplane. He taxied the airplane to parking, inspected it visually, and elected to attempt another takeoff. During taxi, the control tower directed the pilot to complete a 180-degree turn. While turning, the pilot experienced a loss of brake pressure and directional control. He then applied asymmetrical engine power in an effort to complete the turn, but struck a fence post, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing. Inspection of the airplane by the Federal Aviation Administration revealed inoperative brakes on the airplane's right side.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:30 EDT
Nearest AirportNewark Liberty Int. Airport (1nm)
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-31-325
Tail NumberN707AG
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorEmersums
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TI0-540 SER · Reciprocating · 310 | Lycoming · TI0-540 SER · Reciprocating · 310
Seats8
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 69 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 8 kt
Visibility8 sm
CeilingOvercast 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point59 / 48
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time22:51
Weather SourceWFAC