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March 2, 2013 · Piper PA22 135 · N2238A
Baraga, MI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 2, 2013
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Baraga, MI
Aircraft
Piper PA22 135
Tail Number
N2238A
Operator
Blue Harbor Energy
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN13CA185
The pilot reported that he had landed his airplane on the plowed surface of an icy runway and was taxiing when he lost directional control. The airplane impacted a snow bank on the edge of the runway. The airplane’s nose gear collapsed, and the engine mount and forward fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he had landed his wheel equipped airplane on the plowed surface of an ice runway and was taxiing when directional control was lost. The airplane impacted a snow bank on the edge of the runway. The airplane’s nose gear collapsed and the engine mount and forward fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:09 CST
Nearest AirportTemporary Airstrip (0nm)
Runway03
Runway Length2000 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA22 135
Tail NumberN2238A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorBlue Harbor Energy
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O290 · Reciprocating · 135
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 62 · Third Class · None
Crew 2Age 24 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 1700 ft
Temperature / Dew Point18 C / 9 C
Altimeter30.25 inHg
Observation Time16:53
Weather SourceWFAC