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December 28, 2017 · Piper PA32 301T · N11KX
Spearfish, SD
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 28, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Spearfish, SD
Aircraft
Piper PA32 301T (1981)
Tail Number
N11KX
Operator
Stamm Air
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA18CA094
The pilot reported that following an instrument approach in light snow, he inadvertently landed in the safety area to the left of the snow-covered runway. During landing, both wings collided with runway signs. The pilot taxied the airplane to parking. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. 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 inadvertent landing in snow adjacent to the snow-covered runway resulting in a collision with runway signs.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that following an instrument approach in light snow, he inadvertently landed in the safety area to the left of the snow-covered runway. During landing, both wings collided with runway signage. The pilot taxied the airplane to parking. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:15 MST
Nearest AirportBlack Hills-Clyde Ice Field (0nm NNW)
Runway13
Runway Length6401 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA32 301T
Tail NumberN11KX
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorStamm Air
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboprop
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-540-S1AD · Turboprop · 300
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 50 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 6 kt
Visibility7 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point14 C / 9 C
Altimeter30.21 inHg
Observation Time18:15
Weather SourceWFAC