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June 6, 2011 · Piper PA-32-260 · N3534W

Wagoner, OK

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 6, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Wagoner, OK
Aircraft
Piper PA-32-260
Tail Number
N3534W
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN11CA378

During the landing flare and touchdown, two deer ran onto the runway. The airplane struck one deer separating the nose landing gear. The nose of the airplane settled to the runway and the airplane skid for an additional 500 feet before coming to a stop. An examination of the airframe revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the impact with the deer.

NTSB Probable Cause

Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Effect on operation - C

Full Narrative

During the landing flare and touchdown, two deer ran onto the runway. The airplane struck one deer separating the nose landing gear. The nose of the airplane settled to the runway and the airplane skid for an additional 500 feet before coming to a stop. An examination of the airframe revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the impact with the deer.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:05 CDT
Nearest AirportHefner-Easley Airport (0nm)
Runway18
Runway Length3405 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA-32-260
Tail NumberN3534W
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-540 SERIES · Reciprocating · 250
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 60 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind150° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.03 inHg
Observation Time00:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data