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August 30, 2021 · Piper PA-24-400 · N8501P
Fullerton, CA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 30, 2021
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Fullerton, CA
Aircraft
Piper PA-24-400 (1964)
Tail Number
N8501P
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR21LA343
The pilot reported that, while accomplishing a straight in approach to land, he was slowing the airplane down, and was not paying attention to an obstacle ahead when he extended the landing gear and flaps at the last moment. The airplane subsequently struck the airport perimeter fence and then collided with terrain before coming to rest on the runway. The wings and fuselage were substantially damaged. 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 failure to monitor the environment and maintain a proper glidepath on approach which, resulted in a collision with the airport perimeter fence.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, while accomplishing a straight in approach to land, he was slowing the airplane down, and was not paying attention to an obstacle ahead when he extended the landing gear and flaps at the last moment. The airplane subsequently struck the airport perimeter fence and then collided with terrain before coming to rest on the runway. The wings and fuselage were substantially damaged. 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 Time13:40 PDT
Nearest AirportFullerton Muni (0nm E)
Runway06/2
Runway Length3121 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-24-400
Tail NumberN8501P
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-720 · Reciprocating · 400
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 90 · Third Class · Minor
Crew 2Unknown · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F
Altimeter29.78 inHg
Observation Time12:53
Weather SourceWFAC