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September 21, 2021 · Piper PA-44-180 · N442HG
Unadilla, GA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 21, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Unadilla, GA
Aircraft
Piper PA-44-180 (2001)
Tail Number
N442HG
Operator
Georgia Aviation Authority
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA21LA376
The pilot reported that while enroute to his destination, about 2,400 ft mean sea level, he maneuvered to avoid a flock of birds; however, a bird contacted the left wing. He declared an emergency and landed the airplane at the nearest suitable airport without further incident. 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.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Ability to respond/compensate
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while enroute to his destination, about 2,400 ft mean sea level, he maneuvered to avoid a flock of birds; however, a bird contacted the left wing. He declared an emergency and landed the airplane at the nearest suitable airport without further incident. 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.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:40 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-44-180
Tail NumberN442HG
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorGeorgia Aviation Authority
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A1H6 · Reciprocating · 180 | Lycoming · LO-360-A1H6 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 23 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 24 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 3 kt
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.03 inHg
Observation Time15:35
Weather SourceWFAC