PIPER PA-34-220T
Bogalusa, LA — February 6, 2011
Event Information
| Date | February 6, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA211 |
| Event ID | 20110302X80031 |
| Location | Bogalusa, LA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 30.80806, -89.85889 |
| Airport | Bogalusa |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-34-220T |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s inadequate flare after encountering a gust of wind on landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot encountered a gust of wind while attempting to land his twin engine airplane and subsequently landed hard on the right main landing gear. Examination of the airplane revealed the inboard section of the right wing sustained substantial damage, the landing gear was damaged, and all three blades on the right propeller were curled aft. The pilot reported that there were no premishap mechanical malfunctions with the airplane and engine.
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.