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February 15, 2023 · Piper PA28 151 · N8318C
Fullerton, CA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 15, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Fullerton, CA
Aircraft
Piper PA28 151 (1975)
Tail Number
N8318C
Operator
Sale Reported
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR23LA119
The flight instructor reported that while practicing crosswind landings a gust of wind pushed the airplane left. The flight instructor took the controls and applied right rudder and added power to go around, but the airplane impacted a taxiway sign before it transitioned into a climb. According to the instructor, the airplane did not exhibit any abnormal flight characteristics once airborne. After communicating with air traffic control, they returned to the airplane base where substantial damage was found 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
The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in an impact with an obstacle.
Full Narrative
The flight instructor reported that while practicing crosswind landings a gust of wind pushed the airplane left. The flight instructor took the controls and applied right rudder and added power to go around, but the airplane impacted a taxiway sign before it transitioned into a climb. According to the instructor, the airplane did not exhibit any abnormal flight characteristics once airborne. After communicating with air traffic control, they returned to the airplane base where substantial damage was found 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 Time12:40 PST
Nearest AirportFullerton Muni (0nm E)
Runway24
Runway Length3121 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA28 151
Tail NumberN8318C
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSale Reported
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-E3D · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 51 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Age 41 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 12 F
Altimeter30.16 inHg
Observation Time11:53
Weather SourceWFAC