On October 1, 1982, a Piper PA-32-301 (registration N8343A) operated by Norman L. Stahl was involved in an aviation accident near Olathe, KS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During the landing roll, an aircraft swerved left off the runway and crossed a grassy area and parallel taxiway. The pilot reported the nose remained high, suggesting the nose gear did not fully retract.
What happened
The pilot reported that during the landing roll, the aircraft swerved to the left, leaving the paved surface. It crossed a grassy area and a parallel taxiway before coming to rest. The pilot noted that the nose of the aircraft seemed to remain higher than normal throughout the event, giving the impression that the nose gear had not fully retracted into its upper barrel.
The investigation
An examination of the aircraft was conducted to determine the mechanical condition of the landing gear strut prior to the accident. However, due to the significant damage incurred during the incident, it was not possible to accurately determine the pre-accident condition of the strut.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.
What happened in the 1 Oct 1982 Piper PA-32-301 accident near Olathe, KS?
During the landing roll, an aircraft swerved left off the runway and crossed a grassy area and parallel taxiway. The pilot reported the nose remained high, suggesting the nose gear did not fully retract.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 Oct 1982 involved a Piper PA-32-301, registration N8343A, operated by Norman L. Stahl, at Olathe, KS.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.
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