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November 18, 2022 · Cessna 402 C · N2649Z
Mashpee, MA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 18, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (9 uninjured)
Location
Mashpee, MA
Aircraft
Cessna 402 C (1980)
Tail Number
N2649Z
Operator
Hyannis Air Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA23LA106
The operator reported that while enroute, the airplane encountered a flock of seagulls. The First Officer called out “birds” and the Captain attempted to take evasive action but one of the birds impacted the leading edge of the right wing, resulting in substantial damage to the right wing. Subsequently, the crew diverted to a nearby airport and landed safely. The operator reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures 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 operator reported that while enroute, the airplane encountered a flock of seagulls. The First Officer called out “birds” and the Captain attempted to take evasive action but one of the birds impacted the leading edge of the right wing, resulting in substantial damage to the right wing. Subsequently, the crew diverted to a nearby airport and landed safely. The operator reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:05 EST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 402 C
Tail NumberN2649Z
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHyannis Air Service
Operating RulePart 135
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TSIO-520-VB · Reciprocating · 325 | Continental · TSIO-520-VB · Reciprocating · 325
Seats10
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (9 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured9
Total9
Crew 1Age 32 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 26 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind240° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point43 F / 30 F
Altimeter29.98 inHg
Observation Time19:56
Weather SourceWFAC