Casualties unknown

Aircraft Blown Off Runway During Landing, Gear Collapses (N6892J)

Grand Canyon, AZ, US

On February 19, 1983, a Piper PA28-151 (registration N6892J) operated by Grasshopper Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Grand Canyon, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing, an aircraft was blown off the right side of the runway, floating 2000 feet before touchdown. An attempted go-around failed, and the landing gear collapsed.

Incident Overview

During the flare for landing, an aircraft was blown off the right side of the runway. The pilot had received a weather briefing that included a wind warning. The wind was reported from 320 degrees at 12 knots, gusting to 20 knots.

Sequence of Events

The pilot stated that after flaring, the aircraft floated approximately 2000 feet down the runway before touching down. An attempted go-around was unsuccessful, so the pilot reduced power to land. The landing occurred off the runway, and the landing gear collapsed upon touchdown.

Weather Conditions

Wind direction was from 320 degrees at 12 knots, with gusts to 20 knots. The pilot was aware of the conditions due to the weather briefing and wind warning.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Feb 1983 Piper PA28-151 accident near Grand Canyon, AZ?

During landing, an aircraft was blown off the right side of the runway, floating 2000 feet before touchdown. An attempted go-around failed, and the landing gear collapsed.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Feb 1983 involved a Piper PA28-151, registration N6892J, operated by Grasshopper Flying Club, at Grand Canyon, AZ.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X42245. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.