Casualties unknown

Aircraft Collides with Fence During Landing Flare (N4312X)

Fresno, CA, US

On August 20, 1983, a Piper PA-28-R200 (registration N4312X) was involved in an aviation accident near Fresno, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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

During a landing flare, an aircraft struck a fence and came to rest near the runway threshold. The pilot reported descending too low on approach during a checkout flight with the previous owner.

Accident Details

An aircraft collided with a fence during the flare for landing and came to rest near the runway threshold. The pilot, who held over 400 hours of single-engine time but had no experience in this make and model, stated that he became too low during the approach. The approach was part of a checkout flight with the previous owner.

Pilot's Account

According to the pilot, the previous owner, seated in the right seat, commented that the approach looked acceptable. Shortly thereafter, the pilot added power, and the aircraft struck the fence. No further information about injuries, aircraft damage, or environmental conditions was provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Aug 1983 Piper PA-28-R200 accident near Fresno, CA?

During a landing flare, an aircraft struck a fence and came to rest near the runway threshold. The pilot reported descending too low on approach during a checkout flight with the previous owner.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Aug 1983 involved a Piper PA-28-R200, registration N4312X, at Fresno, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X44220. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.