Casualties unknown

Aircraft Overruns Runway During Night Pleasure Flight (N2348T)

Fair Oaks, CA, US

On April 9, 1983, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N2348T) operated by Navy Lemoore Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Fair Oaks, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft collided with terrain after overrunning runway 36 on a night pleasure flight. The pilot, unable to see the wind indicator, attempted two landings; the second failed to stop before the runway end.

Incident Overview

An aircraft operating on a pleasure flight collided with terrain after overrunning the runway. The accident occurred at night under visual meteorological conditions.

Sequence of Events

Upon arrival, the pilot reported being unable to see the wind indicator. After observing another aircraft land to the north, the pilot elected to land in the same direction. The first landing attempt was described as too fast, prompting a go-around. On the second attempt, the aircraft was unable to stop before reaching the end of runway 36 and subsequently overran the runway, colliding with terrain.

Environmental Conditions

The wind was reported from the south at 4 to 7 knots. Night conditions prevailed, with visual meteorological conditions in effect.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Apr 1983 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Fair Oaks, CA?

An aircraft collided with terrain after overrunning runway 36 on a night pleasure flight. The pilot, unable to see the wind indicator, attempted two landings; the second failed to stop before the runway end.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Apr 1983 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N2348T, operated by Navy Lemoore Flying Club, at Fair Oaks, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X42730. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.