On November 16, 1982, a Piper PA-28-180 (registration N2581R) operated by James V. Roy,inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Bethel, PA. 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.
The pilot was seriously injured after the aircraft flew under powerlines and struck a tree near a farmhouse. Engine examination showed no discrepancies.
What happened
Witnesses observed the aircraft performing multiple low-level passes over a residential property, specifically flying underneath powerlines before ultimately colliding with a tree. The pilot sustained serious injuries during the incident and was unable to recall the specific circumstances leading up to the crash.
The investigation
A mechanical examination of the aircraft engine was conducted following the accident. The inspection did not reveal any discrepancies in the engine's condition, indicating that it appeared capable of operating normally at the time of the event.
What happened in the 16 Nov 1982 Piper PA-28-180 accident near Bethel, PA?
The pilot was seriously injured after the aircraft flew under powerlines and struck a tree near a farmhouse. Engine examination showed no discrepancies.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Nov 1982 involved a Piper PA-28-180, registration N2581R, operated by James V. Roy,inc., at Bethel, PA.
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