On December 2, 1982, a Piper PA-24-250 (registration N5284P) operated by Thayer, William H. was involved in an aviation accident near Ocean City, MD. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot and passenger drowned after their aircraft crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Ocean City, Maryland. The aircraft was not recovered. Low ceilings and visibility were reported in the area at the time.
Incident Summary
The bodies of a pilot and a passenger were recovered from the Atlantic Ocean near Ocean City, Maryland, following an aircraft accident. According to a medical examiner, both individuals died of drowning without suffering serious traumatic injuries. The aircraft was not recovered.
Environmental Conditions
Low ceilings and reduced visibilities were reported in the area throughout the day and evening. The occupants were found at 2314 Eastern Standard Time, and the medical examiner estimated they had been in the water for approximately six hours.
Pilot and Aircraft Information
The pilot was not instrument rated, and the aircraft was not equipped for instrument flight.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 2 Dec 1982 Piper PA-24-250 accident near Ocean City, MD?
A pilot and passenger drowned after their aircraft crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Ocean City, Maryland. The aircraft was not recovered. Low ceilings and visibility were reported in the area at the time.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Dec 1982 Piper PA-24-250 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Dec 1982 involved a Piper PA-24-250, registration N5284P, operated by Thayer, William H., at Ocean City, MD.
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