PIPER PA-22-160
Sealy, TX, January 4, 2026
Event Information
| Date | January 4, 2026 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Sealy, TX |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 29.78080, -96.15720 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | CEN26LA078 |
| Event ID | 20260106202252 |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-22-160 |
| Registration # | N8877D |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | - |
| Weather | - |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The failure of the nose wheel during landing that resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain.
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.