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November 9, 2015 · Cessna 172G G · N3679L
Newfane, NY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 9, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Newfane, NY
Aircraft
Cessna 172G G (1965)
Tail Number
N3679L
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA044
The pilot reported that during the landing roll he observed two deer walk onto the runway. He reported that he avoided the deer by adding power and applying back pressure to the yoke. After he "cleared" the deer, the airplane "dropped" back onto the runway and began to porpoise. The pilot reported that he did not have enough airspeed to take off, and there was not enough remaining runway to stop prior to impacting the trees at the end of the runway. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings.
NTSB Probable Cause
An evasive maneuver during landing to avoid deer on the runway, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the landing roll he observed two deer walk onto the runway. He reported that he avoided the deer by adding power and applying back pressure to the yoke. After he "cleared" the deer, the airplane "dropped" back onto the runway and began to porpoise. The pilot reported that he did not have enough airspeed to take off, and there was not enough remaining runway to stop prior to impacting the trees at the end of the runway. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:10 EST
Nearest AirportOlcott-Newfane (0nm WSW)
Runway24
Runway Length2408 ft
Runway Width30 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172G G
Tail NumberN3679L
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-E2D · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 48 · Third Class · None
Crew 2None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50 / 37 C
Altimeter30.36 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC