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March 14, 2021 · Piper Aircraft PA 46-350P · N6074A
Port Aransas, TX
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 14, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Port Aransas, TX
Aircraft
Piper Aircraft PA 46-350P (2008)
Tail Number
N6074A
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN21LA163
The pilot reported that he was landing from an autopilot-coupled GPS approach when he noted that his airspeed over the runway numbers was 115 knots. The airplane floated over the wet runway touching down “just past the numbers”. The pilot applied full braking with over half of the runway remaining. The airplane slowed, but still slid off the end of the runway into the dirt. The airplane ground-looped, collapsing the left main landing gear and coming to a stop 180o facing the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The recommended approach speed for the airplane is 85 knots.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach and his attempt to land on a wet runway with insufficient runway remaining, resulting in an overrun and loss of directional control.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was landing from an autopilot-coupled GPS approach when he noted that his airspeed over the runway numbers was 115 knots. The airplane floated over the wet runway touching down “just past the numbers”. The pilot applied full braking with over half of the runway remaining. The airplane slowed, but still slid off the end of the runway into the dirt. The airplane ground-looped, collapsing the left main landing gear and coming to a stop 180o facing the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The recommended approach speed for the airplane is 85 knots.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 CDT
Nearest AirportMustang Beach (0nm NNW)
Runway12/3
Runway Length3482 ft
Runway Width70 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper Aircraft PA 46-350P
Tail NumberN6074A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-540-AE2A · Reciprocating · 300
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 43 · Third Class · None
Crew 2None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind310° @ 17 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 63 F
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time13:55
Weather SourceWFAC