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May 20, 2009 · Piper PA-20 · N1591A
Glendale, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 20, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Glendale, AZ
Aircraft
Piper PA-20
Tail Number
N1591A
Operator
Frank Klein
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR09CA257
The pilot reported that the flight was normal and he set up for landing, with no unusual drift noted on final approach and with a normal touchdown. The pilot stated that the next thing he recalled was the left wing dropped and the airplane was skidding to the right across the runway and impacting a runway light. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane or the control system.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control on the landing roll out.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported a normal flight to the accident airport. He set up for landing in the 50-degree crosswind with no unusual drift noted on final approach, followed by a normal landing. The pilot stated that the next thing he recalled the left wing dropped, and the airplane was skidding to the right across the runway and impacting a runway light. After coming to a stop he obtained permission to taxi the airplane to a tie down spot. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector, the airplane spun round to the right, which caused structural damage to the left wing and elevator.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:23 MST
Nearest AirportGlendale Municipal Airport (0nm)
Runway01
Runway Length7150 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-20
Tail NumberN1591A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorFrank Klein
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-290-D · Reciprocating · 125
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 66 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDawn
Wind60° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility20 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 25000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point46
Altimeter29.78 inHg
Observation Time22:48
Weather SourceWFAC