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April 14, 2016 · Cessna 182 R · N958HP
Moorestown, MI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 14, 2016
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Moorestown, MI
Aircraft
Cessna 182 R (1981)
Tail Number
N958HP
Operator
Robert E Metzger
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA196
The pilot reported during day visual meteorological conditions, he struck a goose at an altitude of about 2000 mean sea level while in cruise flight. The wind screen was shattered after the impact. The pilot further reported that he continued to the nearest airport and landed without further incident. A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the wind screen. According to the pilot there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Effect on equipment - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported during day visual meteorological conditions, he struck a goose at an altitude of about 2000 mean sea level while in cruise flight. The wind screen was shattered after the impact. The pilot further reported that he continued to the nearest airport and landed without further incident. A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the wind screen. According to the pilot there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:17 EDT
Nearest AirportRoscommon County - Blodgett Me (21nm WNW)
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182 R
Tail NumberN958HP
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRobert E Metzger
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-U · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 58 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point34 C / 30 C
Altimeter30.38 inHg
Observation Time13:15
Weather SourceWFAC