CESSNA 182
Baton Rouge, LA — January 11, 2016
Event Information
| Date | January 11, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA16CA101 |
| Event ID | 20160119X52243 |
| Location | Baton Rouge, LA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 30.62250, -91.14111 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 182 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
An inadvertent collision with a bird while maneuvering during an aerial observation flight.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while performing aerial observation along a pipeline, he spotted a buzzard about 200 feet ahead of the airplane. The pilot further reported that he attempted to turn left to avoid the buzzard, but the bird changed its course and struck the right wing.
The pilot landed without further incident. A post-accident examination revealed substantial damage to the right wing.
The pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.