Casualties unknown

1982-01-23: Piper PA-34-200T (N32555) — John Papadakis — Newport Richey, FL

Newport Richey, FL, US

On January 23, 1982, a Piper PA-34-200T (registration N32555) operated by John Papadakis was involved in an aviation accident near Newport Richey, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Two aircraft collided midair over Hidden Lake Airport after one pilot heard a loud thump while turning. Both planes sustained substantial damage but landed safely. The other aircraft was a Cessna 150 en route from Orlando to Tampa.

Incident Summary

After takeoff, a pilot proceeded to Hidden Lake Airport in the local area. The pilot reported circling over the airport at an altitude of 2,300 feet. While in a left turn through a southwesterly heading, a loud thump was heard. The pilot then realized that a collision had occurred with another aircraft. Both aircraft received substantial damage but were able to land without further incident.

Aircraft Details

The other aircraft involved was a Cessna 150, registration N45453, which had departed Orlando, Florida on a visual flight rules (VFR) flight to Tampa, Florida. No further details about the first aircraft, its pilot, or its intended destination were provided in the source.

Outcome

Both aircraft landed safely after the collision, despite the substantial damage. The source does not specify injuries, fatalities, or additional consequences beyond the damage to the aircraft.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X02400. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.