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September 13, 2009 · Piper PA-20 · N7705K
Herlong, FL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 13, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Herlong, FL
Aircraft
Piper PA-20
Tail Number
N7705K
Operator
Pacer N7705K
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA548
The private pilot overflew a grass strip, parallel to the asphalt runway to view the condition for landing. The pilot landed without incident. While transitioning from the grass runway onto the taxiway, the aircraft's nose gear got stuck in the soft terrain and the aircraft flipped over. The wing spar incurred substantial damage. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical deficiencies prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Runway/land/takeoff/taxi surfa-Soft-Response/compensation - C
Full Narrative
The private pilot overflew a grass strip, parallel to the asphalt runway to view the condition for landing. The pilot landed without incident. While transitioning from the grass runway onto the taxiway, the aircraft's nose gear got stuck in the soft terrain and the aircraft flipped over. The wing spar incurred substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical deficiencies prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time19:30 EDT
Nearest AirportHerlong Airport (0nm)
Runway07
Runway Length4000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-20
Tail NumberN7705K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorPacer N7705K
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-290 SERIES · Reciprocating · 140
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 35 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind30° @ 12 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter29.88 inHg
Observation Time21:53
Weather SourceWFAC