Casualties unknown

Aircraft Drifts Off Bridge During Taxi at Parking Area (N2935S)

Albany, OR, US

On March 12, 1982, a Piper PA-28-181 (registration N2935S) operated by James Arendale was involved in an aviation accident near Albany, OR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During taxi from a restaurant parking area to the runway, an aircraft drifted left while crossing a narrow, railless bridge, causing the left main wheel to run off. The plane came to rest with its left wing over a drainage ditch.

Incident Overview

An aircraft taxiing from a restaurant parking area to the runway encountered difficulty while crossing a bridge that spanned a drainage ditch. The bridge was 30 feet wide and 50 feet long, with no side rails. A slight right turn was required just before entering the bridge.

Sequence of Events

As the aircraft crossed the bridge, it drifted to the left. The left main wheel subsequently ran off the bridge. The aircraft came to rest on the bridge with the left wing extending over the ditch.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that the wind was from the southeast at 7 knots, gusting to 15 knots. No other weather conditions were specified.

Aircraft and Damage

The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, or extent of damage. No injuries or fatalities are mentioned.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Mar 1982 Piper PA-28-181 accident near Albany, OR?

During taxi from a restaurant parking area to the runway, an aircraft drifted left while crossing a narrow, railless bridge, causing the left main wheel to run off. The plane came to rest with its left wing over a drainage ditch.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Mar 1982 involved a Piper PA-28-181, registration N2935S, operated by James Arendale, at Albany, OR.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X02616. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.