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July 12, 2022 · Piper PA-28-161 · N43037
Kelso, WA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 12, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Kelso, WA
Aircraft
Piper PA-28-161 (1983)
Tail Number
N43037
Operator
Glacier Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR22LA260
The student pilot reported that, during the flare for landing, the airplane experienced ground effect and was settling down to the runway when it was hit by “a very intense wind shear with a gust…” The pilot stated that the airplane yawed to the left and that he could not recover as the airplane exited the runway onto the grass. The airplane’s right wing was substantially damaged when it collided with a Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI). 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 student pilot’s inadequate flare resulting in a loss of airplane control during landing with gusting wind conditions.
Full Narrative
The student pilot reported that, during the flare for landing, the airplane experienced ground effect and was settling down to the runway when it was hit by “a very intense wind shear with a gust…” The pilot stated that the airplane yawed to the left and that he could not recover as the airplane exited the runway onto the grass. The airplane’s right wing was substantially damaged when it collided with a Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI). 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 Time17:00 PDT
Nearest AirportSouthwest Washington Regional (0nm N)
Runway30
Runway Length4391 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-28-161
Tail NumberN43037
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorGlacier Aviation
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 20 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind320° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter29.98 inHg
Observation Time16:35
Weather SourceWFAC