On September 21, 1984, a Piper PA-32R-301 (registration N522MM) was involved in an aviation accident near Plainview, TX. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a power-off spot landing practice for a commercial certificate, a private pilot flared 12 ft above ground, landed 8 ft short of the runway, and the left main gear collapsed after rolling over the threshold lip.
Accident Details
A flight instructor reported that a private pilot was practicing power-off spot landings in preparation for a commercial pilot certificate. The desired touchdown point was the second centerline stripe on the runway.
Sequence of Events
According to the CFI, the pilot extended full flaps and attempted to reach the intended landing point. The airplane was flared approximately 12 feet above ground level and subsequently touched down about 8 feet short of the runway surface. The aircraft then rolled over the lip at the end of the runway threshold. During this event, the left main landing gear collapsed.
Damage
The accident resulted in damage to the left main landing gear. No other damage was reported.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 21 Sept 1984 Piper PA-32R-301 accident near Plainview, TX?
During a power-off spot landing practice for a commercial certificate, a private pilot flared 12 ft above ground, landed 8 ft short of the runway, and the left main gear collapsed after rolling over the threshold lip.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Sept 1984 involved a Piper PA-32R-301, registration N522MM, at Plainview, TX.
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