Casualties unknown

Aircraft Collides with Parked Unmanned Aircraft After Landing Overshoot (N8289A)

Branson, MO, US

On August 12, 1984, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N8289A) operated by Kansas City Aviation Center was involved in an aviation accident near Branson, MO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Excessive airspeed caused the aircraft to float about halfway down the runway prior to touchdown. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft landed long due to excessive airspeed, attempted a go-around but then aborted, veered off the runway, and struck two parked unmanned aircraft.

Accident Description

The aircraft experienced an excessive airspeed on approach, causing it to float approximately halfway down the runway before touching down. Upon touchdown, the pilot initiated a go-around by adding power. However, due to low airspeed and minimal remaining runway, the pilot decided to abort the go-around and attempt to stop the aircraft. The pilot applied brakes and guided the aircraft off the side of the runway into grass and gravel. The aircraft came to a stop after colliding with two parked unmanned aircraft.

Circumstances

At the time of the accident, the wind was from 90 degrees relative to the runway at 9 knots, and the density altitude was approximately 3,000 feet. These conditions were present during the landing attempt.

Probable Cause

The probable cause of the accident was excessive airspeed, which caused the aircraft to float about halfway down the runway prior to touchdown.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Aug 1984 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Branson, MO?

An aircraft landed long due to excessive airspeed, attempted a go-around but then aborted, veered off the runway, and struck two parked unmanned aircraft.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Aug 1984 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N8289A, operated by Kansas City Aviation Center, at Branson, MO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Excessive airspeed caused the aircraft to float about halfway down the runway prior to touchdown.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40832. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.