Casualties unknown

Runway Excursion After Aborted Go-Around During Touch-and-Go Practice (N2627Q)

Opa Locka, FL, US

On May 23, 1984, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N2627Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Opa Locka, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During touch-and-go practice, the pilot avoided a patrol vehicle crossing the runway, then aborted a go-around due to insufficient remaining runway, leading to an excursion into brush and trees.

Event Overview

The pilot was conducting a series of touch-and-go landings for practice purposes. After the second landing, during the rollout, the pilot observed a patrol vehicle crossing the runway ahead. To avoid a potential collision, the pilot steered the aircraft to the left. Following this evasive action, the pilot elected to initiate a go-around, intending to apply full power and take off again without stopping. However, the pilot then realized that the remaining runway length was insufficient to safely complete the takeoff. Consequently, the go-around was aborted. The aircraft subsequently departed the end of the runway and collided with brush and trees.

Sequence of Events

The practice session involved multiple touch-and-go landings. On the second landing, after touchdown, the pilot saw a patrol vehicle moving across the runway. The pilot deviated left to avoid the vehicle, then decided to go around. Upon reassessing the situation, the pilot determined that the distance left on the runway was not enough to continue the go-around. The go-around was therefore abandoned. The aircraft overran the runway end and struck brush and trees.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 May 1984 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Opa Locka, FL?

During touch-and-go practice, the pilot avoided a patrol vehicle crossing the runway, then aborted a go-around due to insufficient remaining runway, leading to an excursion into brush and trees.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 May 1984 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N2627Q, at Opa Locka, FL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39678. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.