Aircraft Strikes Wire During Simulated Emergency Landing (N757HT)

Summary of Events

The aircraft collided with a wire cable while the pilot was performing a simulated emergency landing to an open field off the airport. The pilot stated that he was flying locally and noticed a field that appeared sufficiently large for a landing. He reduced engine power to idle and commenced a simulated emergency approach. During this approach, the propeller and the right wing struck a wire cable. The aircraft yawed violently to the right. The pilot managed to regain control and returned to the departure airport without any further incident. At the time of the collision, the pilot estimated his altitude to be 100 feet above ground level.

Investigation Findings

The location of the wire cable involved in the collision has not been determined. There have been no reports of property damage resulting from the incident. The aircraft was able to land safely back at the airport after the pilot recovered control. The pilot's actions during the simulated emergency were consistent with his report: he reduced power to idle and approached the field as if for an actual emergency landing. The wire was struck during the descent, but the exact position of the cable remains unknown. The pilot's quick reaction prevented further issues, and the aircraft sustained no reported damage.