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May 31, 2009 · Piper PA-22 150 · N4824A
Aurora, WV
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 31, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Aurora, WV
Aircraft
Piper PA-22 150
Tail Number
N4824A
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA314
The pilot departed from Suffolk, Virginia, at about 1105, with full fuel tanks, en route to Elkins, West Virginia (EKN). While en route at about 6,000 feet above ground level, he encountered weather over the mountains which prevented him from continuing direct to EKN under visual meteorological conditions. At that time he chose to fly north, up the valley, in hopes of finding a break in the weather. After about 40 minutes, he was unable to continue due to low fuel, and decided to land in a farm pasture. Upon landing, he discovered the grass to be much taller than anticipated. The airplane became entangled, resulting in a nose-over that substantially damaged the vertical stabilizer and wings. The pilot did not report any preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and preparation which resulted in a low fuel condition requiring an off-airport landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot departed Suffolk Executive Airport (SFQ), Suffolk, Virginia, at about 1105, with full fuel tanks, enroute to Elkins, (EKN), West Virginia. While enroute at about 6,000 feet above ground level, he encountered weather over the mountains which prevented him from continuing direct to EKN under visual meteorological conditions. At that time he chose to fly north up the valley in hopes of finding a break in the weather. After about 40 minutes, he was unable to continue due to low fuel, and decided to land in a farm pasture. Upon landing, he discovered the grass to be much taller than anticipated. The airplane became entangled resulting in a nose over substantially damaging the vertical stabilizer and wings. The pilot did not report any preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:35 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-22 150
Tail NumberN4824A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 60 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind300° @ 7 kt, gusting 14 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2200 ft
Temperature / Dew Point59 / 52
Altimeter29.93 inHg
Observation Time18:40
Weather SourceWFAC