Casualties unknown

Aircraft Strikes Tree After Go-Around Following Bounced Landing (N32826)

Brooklet, GA, US

On May 25, 1985, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N32826) was involved in an aviation accident near Brooklet, GA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot made two approaches to runway 09 but could not find a wind indicator or contact anyone via UNICOM. After a bounced landing and go-around, the aircraft struck a tree and crashed east of the airpark.

Incident Overview

According to the pilot, two approaches were made to runway 09. During these approaches, the pilot was unable to locate a wind indicator and could not reach anyone on the UNICOM frequency to obtain wind information. The pilot later estimated the wind to be from 270 degrees at 15 knots.

Approach and Go-Around

After the two approaches, the pilot attempted a landing on runway 09. The aircraft bounced during the landing, prompting the pilot to initiate a go-around. During the go-around, the aircraft struck a tree approximately 3 miles east of the airpark and subsequently crashed in a wooded area.

Post-Event Statement

The pilot provided the wind estimate after the event. No other details about injuries or aircraft damage were reported in the source. The sequence of events is based solely on the pilot's statement.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 May 1985 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Brooklet, GA?

A pilot made two approaches to runway 09 but could not find a wind indicator or contact anyone via UNICOM. After a bounced landing and go-around, the aircraft struck a tree and crashed east of the airpark.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 May 1985 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N32826, at Brooklet, GA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X36373. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.