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June 2, 2019 · Piper PA32R 301T · N9966G

Flippin, AR

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 2, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Flippin, AR
Aircraft
Piper PA32R 301T (2005)
Tail Number
N9966G
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA19CA304

The pilot reported that, during the landing roll, three deer ran across the runway. He felt a hard strike on the inboard section of the right wing, saw a deer roll over the right wing, and felt a sensation like the right landing gear "hopped" as it ran over a second deer. The pilot was able to maintain control of the airplane and taxied to the ramp without further incident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot added that this was the second deer strike the airplane experienced in the previous three weeks, that he had seen deer standing on the runway numerous times, and that airport management was aware of the situation. He stated that the airport had only 500 linear ft of chain-link fence and a gate at the airport entrance and that the rest of the airport was only surrounded by three strands of barbed wire in "various states of disrepair." The Federal Aviation Administration Chart Supplement, South Central U.S. page for the accident airport, in part, stated the following: "Wildlife on and [in vicinity of] airport."

NTSB Probable Cause

The airplane’s collision with deer during the landing and the airport’s failure to provide an adequate barrier to prevent wildlife from entering the runway environment despite previous deer strikes.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, during the landing roll, three deer ran from right to left across the runway. He felt a hard strike on the inboard section of the right wing, observed a deer roll over the right wing, and felt a sensation of the right landing gear "hopped" as it ran over a second deer. The pilot was able to maintain control of the airplane and taxied to the ramp without further incident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot and passenger had to egress through the rear baggage door due to damage to the cabin door. After exiting the plane, the pilot noticed copious amounts of fuel pouring from the damaged wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot added that this was the second deer strike the airplane experienced in the previous three weeks, and airport management was aware of the situation. The Federal Aviation Administration Chart Supplement, South Central U.S. page for the accident airport, in part, stated: "Wildlife on and [in vicinity of] airport."

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:15 CDT
Nearest AirportMarion County Rgnl (0nm SSW)
Runway04
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA32R 301T
Tail NumberN9966G
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-540-AHIA · Reciprocating · 300
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 48 · Basc · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point68 F
Altimeter29.88 inHg
Observation Time01:56
Weather SourceWFAC

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