Casualties unknown

1983-11-03: Cessna 340 (N7632Q) — Washington, PA

Washington, PA, US

On November 3, 1983, a Cessna 340 (registration N7632Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Washington, PA. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported touching down long with stall warning horn sounding and subsequently colliding with horses on the runway after being advised of their presence.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during approach to an unspecified airport, they contacted UNICOM for advisories at approximately eight miles out. The UNICOM operator advised that horses had been chased off the runway earlier and to use caution.

Approach and Landing

The pilot stated that the approach was high, resulting in a touchdown approximately 700 feet down the runway. At touchdown, the stall warning horn was sounding. During the rollout, the pilot spotted horses on the runway but was unable to avoid a collision. The pilot was able to keep the aircraft on the runway and maintain control.

Outcome

The aircraft remained on the runway after the collision. No further details about injuries, damage, or aircraft type were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X45182. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.