On October 28, 1983, a Cessna 172M (registration N1453U) was involved in an aviation accident near Port Huron, MI. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
Following a landing on runway 5 amid gusting winds, the pilot attempted to avoid deer on the left side of the runway but veered off and struck a concrete taxiway edge.
What happened
Shortly after touchdown on runway 5, several deer emerged from nearby woods and stopped on the left side of the runway. The pilot attempted to slow the aircraft while maintaining position on the right side of the runway to avoid the animals. However, the aircraft departed the paved surface and collided with a raised concrete edge of an adjacent taxiway.
Findings
The landing occurred during conditions with winds gusting at 30 knots from 330 degrees. The pilot's evasive maneuver to avoid wildlife resulted in the runway excursion.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Oct 1983 Cessna 172M accident near Port Huron, MI?
Following a landing on runway 5 amid gusting winds, the pilot attempted to avoid deer on the left side of the runway but veered off and struck a concrete taxiway edge.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Oct 1983 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N1453U, at Port Huron, MI.
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