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November 20, 2021 · Cirrus Design SR20 · N22WU
Marshall, MI
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 20, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Marshall, MI
Aircraft
Cirrus Design SR20 (2006)
Tail Number
N22WU
Operator
Western Michigan University College of Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN22LA052
During the transition to takeoff while performing a touch and go, the pilot and flight instructor noticed a deer that ran out from tall grass adjacent to the runway. With the airplane already airborne, the flight crew was unable to avoid the deer. The deer impacted the right wing’s leading edge and wing flap bracket. The flight crew elected to continue the takeoff and returned to the departure airport, which had a longer runway for the landing. The airplane landed without further incident. Postaccident examination revealed the airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and fuselage. The flight instructor 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
During the transition to takeoff while performing a touch and go, the pilot and flight instructor noticed a deer that ran out from tall grass adjacent to the runway. With the airplane already airborne, the flight crew was unable to avoid the deer. The deer impacted the right wing’s leading edge and wing flap bracket. The flight crew elected to continue the takeoff and returned to the departure airport, which had a longer runway for the landing. The airplane landed without further incident. Postaccident examination revealed the airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and fuselage. The flight instructor reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:24 EST
Nearest AirportBrooks Fld (0nm W)
Runway10/2
Runway Length3501 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCirrus Design SR20
Tail NumberN22WU
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWestern Michigan University College of Aviation
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsTeledyne Continental Motors · IO-360-ES · Reciprocating · 200
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 20 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 20 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 8000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point34 C / 25 C
Altimeter30.23 inHg
Observation Time10:15
Weather SourceWFAC