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March 11, 2018 · Piper PA 28-180 180 · N6611J

Montague, CA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 11, 2018
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Montague, CA
Aircraft
Piper PA 28-180 180 (1968)
Tail Number
N6611J
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR18LA105

The pilot reported that, during takeoff following a touch-and-go landing, the airplane would not climb. The pilot subsequently performed a forced landing, during which the airplane contacted power lines and terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. Following the accident, the engine was successfully run on the airframe at various power settings with no anomalies noted. Flight control continuity was established throughout the airframe, and there was no evidence of any preimpact malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane. Given the available information, the reason for the impact with powerlines and terrain after takeoff could not be determined.

NTSB Probable Cause

Impact with powerlines and terrain after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.

Full Narrative

On March 10, 2018, about 1655 Pacific standard time, a Piper PA-28-180, N6611J, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Montague, California. The pilot and two passengers were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot reported that he was performing touch-and-go takeoffs and landings when he "took off and something wasn't right." The pilot explained that the engine did not lose power, but the airplane was not "producing lift." The pilot performed a forced landing, during which the airplane contacted power lines and subsequently impacted terrain about 1 mile east of the runway. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. Flight control continuity was established from the cockpit controls to the respective flight control surfaces. The wing flap torque tubes were consistent with the flaps being retracted at the time of impact. The propeller remained attached to the engine. Both propeller blades exhibited chordwise scoring and leading-edge gouges. The engine remained attached to the fuselage and displayed no major visible impact damage. During a test run, the engine ran smoothly and continuously at various power settings. There was no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:55 PST
Nearest AirportMontague-Yreka Rohrer Field (1nm SW)
Runway33
Runway Length3360 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA 28-180 180
Tail NumberN6611J
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A4A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 22 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 24 · None
Crew 3Age 23 · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind250° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point54 / 39 C
Altimeter29.93 inHg
Observation Time00:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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