On August 27, 1986, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N4571Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Atlantic City, NJ. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
Upon landing, the pilot lost directional control, aborted the landing, and attempted a go-around. The aircraft struck a marsh about 0.5 miles from the airport. The pilot and one passenger sustained fatal injuries; another passenger was seriously injured.
Accident Sequence
The pilot was unable to maintain directional control upon landing. He subsequently aborted the landing and initiated a go-around. During this maneuver, the aircraft struck a marsh area approximately 0.5 miles from the airport.
Injuries
The pilot and one passenger sustained fatal injuries. One other passenger was seriously injured.
Aircraft and Engine Examination
Examination of the aircraft and engine did not reveal any malfunctions.
Wind Conditions
The tower controller reported winds from 200 degrees at 10 to 14 knots at the time of the controller's departure, approximately 15 minutes prior to the accident.
What happened in the 27 Aug 1986 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Atlantic City, NJ?
Upon landing, the pilot lost directional control, aborted the landing, and attempted a go-around. The aircraft struck a marsh about 0.5 miles from the airport. The pilot and one passenger sustained fatal injuries; another passenger was seriously injured.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Aug 1986 Piper PA-28-140 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Aug 1986 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N4571Q, at Atlantic City, NJ.
A SkyWalk Join't 3 paraglider crashed into the ground near Las Vizcachas, Chile, on September 1, 2024. The pilot and passenger sustained serious spinal…
PARAPENTE (ULTRALIVIANO NO MOTORIZADO)·2024-09-01DGAC Chile
A Cessna 172N struck electrical cables while on final approach to land at Aucó Aerodrome in Chile. The pilot was uninjured, but the aircraft sustained damage…
A Bombardier DHC-8-402 suffered a tail strike during landing at Puerto Williams on September 9, 2024. All 76 occupants were unharmed, but the aircraft…
A MYD JS-MD 3 glider veered off the runway and struck a wall at Vitacura Aerodrome on January 6, 2025. The pilot was uninjured, but the aircraft sustained…
A recreational paraglider flight in Puchuncaví, Chile, ended with the pilot sustaining serious injuries after a rapid descent and impact with a hillside on…
PARAPENTE (ULTRALIVIANO NO MOTORIZADO)·2025-03-29DGAC Chile
A Tecnam P2006T landed on its belly at an aerodrome in Poland after the crew failed to confirm landing gear deployment. The incident resulted in no injuries…