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December 29, 2016 · Piper PA 46 350P · N301BK

Nashville, TN

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 29, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Nashville, TN
Aircraft
Piper PA 46 350P (2007)
Tail Number
N301BK
Operator
Cambusmoon
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA105

According to the pilot, during the landing roll, the airplane "began to drift sharply to the left." The pilot reported that, although there were no wind gusts reported, he felt as though a wind gust was pushing the airplane to the left. He attempted to maintain directional control with rudder pedal application, and he applied full right aileron. The airplane continued to drift to the left, and the pilot attempted to abort the landing by applying full throttle and 25° of flaps. He reported that the airplane continued to drift to the left and that he was not able to achieve sufficient airspeed to rotate. The airplane exited the runway, the pilot pulled the throttle to idle, and he applied the brakes to avoid obstacles. However, the airplane impacted the runway and taxiway signage and came to rest in a drainage culvert. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. The published METAR for the accident airport reported that the wind was from 290° at 15 knots, and wind gusts exceeded 22 knots 1 hour before and 1 hour after the accident. The pilot landed the airplane on runway 20. The maximum demonstrated crosswind component for the airplane was 17 knots. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s loss of directional control during the aborted landing in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion.

Full Narrative

According to the pilot, during the landing roll the airplane "began to drift sharply to the left." The pilot reported that, although there were no wind gusts reported, he felt as though a wind gust was pushing the airplane to the left. He attempted to maintain directional control with rudder pedal application and he applied full right aileron. The airplane continued to drift to the left and the pilot attempted to abort the landing by applying full throttle and 25° of flaps. He reported that the airplane continued to drift to the left and he was not able to achieve sufficient airspeed to rotate. The airplane exited the runway, the pilot pulled the throttle to idle and he applied the brakes to avoid obstacles. However, the airplane impacted the runway and taxiway signage and came to rest in a drainage culvert. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. The published Meteorological Aerodrome Report for the accident airport reported, wind from 290° at 15 knots, and wind gusts that exceeded 22 knots, one hour before and one hour after the accident. The pilot landed the airplane on runway 20. The maximum demonstrated crosswind component for the airplane was 17 knots. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:45 CST
Nearest AirportJohn C Tune (0nm ENE)
Runway20
Runway Length6001 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA 46 350P
Tail NumberN301BK
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCambusmoon
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-540-AE2A · Reciprocating · 350
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 55 · Second Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind300° @ 15 kt, gusting 22 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point52 / 18 C
Altimeter30.12 inHg
Observation Time19:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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