No fatalities

Landing Gear Damaged During Takeoff from Field Near Eagle Pass, Texas (N6902C)

Eagle Pass, TX, US

On October 10, 1983, a Piper PA-28R-201T (registration N6902C) was involved in an aviation accident near Eagle Pass, TX. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Aircraft registered N6902C
Aircraft registered N6902C. Photo: Trans World Airlines via Jon Proctor / Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

A pilot, forced to land in a field due to low fuel, attempted takeoff after a two-day wait, but the right main landing gear was damaged when it hit a hole.

Background

A flight that originated from Mexico City was unable to land at Monterrey, Mexico, due to weather conditions. The pilot continued the flight to the United States. Before reaching the planned alternate airport, the aircraft ran low on fuel, prompting the pilot to make a landing in a field near Eagle Pass, Texas.

Landing and Refueling

After landing, the pilot obtained fuel for the aircraft. The field was wet, so the pilot waited two days for it to dry before attempting a takeoff.

Preparation for Takeoff

Prior to the takeoff attempt, the pilot hired the owner of the field to drag and disk the intended takeoff area.

Attempted Takeoff

During the takeoff attempt, the right main landing gear struck a hole in the field and was damaged.

Aftermath

Following the incident, the pilot left the aircraft in the field and notified the proper authorities.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Oct 1983 Piper PA-28R-201T accident near Eagle Pass, TX?

A pilot, forced to land in a field due to low fuel, attempted takeoff after a two-day wait, but the right main landing gear was damaged when it hit a hole.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Oct 1983 Piper PA-28R-201T accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Oct 1983 involved a Piper PA-28R-201T, registration N6902C, at Eagle Pass, TX.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X44841. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.