HEMP TIMOTHY LEGACY 200
Socorro, NM — November 2, 2008
Event Information
| Date | November 2, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN09CA046 |
| Event ID | 20081104X83918 |
| Location | Socorro, NM |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.02250, -106.90305 |
| Airport | Socorro Muni |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | HEMP TIMOTHY |
| Model | LEGACY 200 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
Failure of the pilot to land with sufficient runway to stop the airplane on the runway. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's speed on final approach.
Full Narrative
While landing, the private pilot crossed the runway threshold at 110 knots at 50 feet above ground level. The pilot attempted to perform a "soft landing" which resulted in a longer flare distance. After touchdown, insufficient runway remained to allow the airplane to be stopped on the prepared surface. The airplane departed the end of the runway and was substantially damaged. The pilot was able to egress without assistance. The pilot stated that the accident could have been prevented if he would have maintained a slower airspeed on final approach and shortened the flare distance.
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.