Casualties unknown

Midair Collision on Runway at Unspecified Airport (N6139J)

Bedminster, NJ, US

On July 18, 1985, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N6139J) was involved in an aviation accident near Bedminster, NJ. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

Two aircraft, N4319F and N6139J, collided on the runway after landing. N6139J experienced a crosswind during landing, veered off, and struck a runway light before hitting N4319F.

Incident Overview

Two aircraft were involved in a collision on the runway at an unspecified airport. The aircraft involved were identified by their registrations: N4319F and N6139J. According to the official investigation, the sequence of events began when N4319F heard N6139J announce its position in the traffic pattern throughout the approach and landing.

Sequence of Events

N4319F had landed on runway 30 and was taxiing back to the ramp on the parallel taxiway. The occupants of N4319F observed N6139J land about midway down the runway. N6139J then made a left turn towards N4319F. In an attempt to avoid a collision, the pilot of N4319F applied full power and right rudder.

Meanwhile, N6139J encountered a crosswind during the flare and landed with the left wheel off the runway. The aircraft then struck a runway light and turned about 30 degrees to the left. The pilot of N6139J applied right rudder but was unable to avoid colliding with N4319F.

Damage

The left wings of both aircraft collided and were damaged. No further details on the extent of damage or other consequences were provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 1985 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Bedminster, NJ?

Two aircraft, N4319F and N6139J, collided on the runway after landing. N6139J experienced a crosswind during landing, veered off, and struck a runway light before hitting N4319F.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 1985 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N6139J, at Bedminster, NJ.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X37268. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.