Piper PA32R
Versailles, OH — November 17, 2018
Event Information
| Date | November 17, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA19CA069 |
| Event ID | 20181118X65851 |
| Location | Versailles, OH |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.20444, -84.53250 |
| Airport | DARKE COUNTY |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Piper |
| Model | PA32R |
| 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
The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in landing on the landing gear first and a subsequent loss of directional control, a runway excursion, and impact with a tree and a fence during an attempted go-around.
Full Narrative
The owner of the airplane reported that he hired the accident pilot to fly him to the destination airport. During the initial approach, they were not able to see the airport environment due to the haze, but both were able to see the ground. The pilot continued to use the GPS for navigation and once they were above the airport, they were able to see the runway. The pilot then made a 180º turn to align for a final approach to runway 27; however, the approach was not stabilized so the pilot initiated a go-around. After the climb out, he turned 180º for a final approach to runway 09. The airplane touched down nose landing gear first, then immediately veered left and exited the runway. The pilot attempted another go-around, but the airplane struck a tree and impacted the airport perimeter fence.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing.
The owner reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions 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.