PIPER PA-28-161
Atlanta, GA — January 29, 2011
Event Information
| Date | January 29, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA11CA131 |
| Event ID | 20110202X33535 |
| Location | Atlanta, GA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.87194, -84.30111 |
| Airport | Dekalb-Peachtree Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-28-161 |
| 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
The pilot's wrong turn while taxiing resulting in a collision with a sign.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he was holding short of a runway intersection for further clearance from ground control. After receiving clearance to cross the runway, the pilot mistakenly turned left onto a grassy area. The right wing impacted a sign, resulting in substantial damage to the aileron and wing flap. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane.
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.