On November 26, 1982, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N8451R) was involved in an aviation accident near Pine Moutain, GA. 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.
A pilot en route to Columbus, Georgia, diverted to Callaway Gardens-Harris County Airport due to weather. During final approach in a downdraft, the aircraft struck trees but was recovered with full power for a normal landing.
What happened
The aircraft was receiving radar vectors toward Columbus, Georgia, when local weather conditions prompted the pilot to elect an alternate landing site at Callaway Gardens-Harris County Airport. During the final approach phase, the pilot encountered a downdraft that caused the aircraft to strike several trees along the approach path.
Upon impact, the pilot immediately applied full power. This corrective action allowed the aircraft to regain sufficient lift and control authority. The pilot successfully completed the maneuver and executed a normal landing at the airport without further incident.
What happened in the 26 Nov 1982 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Pine Moutain, GA?
A pilot en route to Columbus, Georgia, diverted to Callaway Gardens-Harris County Airport due to weather. During final approach in a downdraft, the aircraft struck trees but was recovered with full power for a normal landing.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Nov 1982 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N8451R, at Pine Moutain, GA.
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