On May 16, 1987, a Cessna 182 (registration N6298A) operated by Sullivan Pilots Club,inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Honeoye Falls, NY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft landed on a dew-covered grass runway, skidded approximately 1000 feet past the end of the runway, and collided with a trailer near Rochester.
What happened
The aircraft was landed on a 1695-foot turf runway covered with grass that was approximately three inches tall. Dew was present on the surface at the time of landing. After touchdown, the pilot applied the brakes, but the aircraft skidded about 1000 feet. The aircraft went off the departure end of the runway and collided with a trailer. The impact moved the trailer approximately 15 feet.
The investigation
The accident occurred approximately 11 miles northwest of Rochester. At 0854, the wind was from 190 degrees at 7 knots. The airport/facility directory noted trees near runway 01.
What happened in the 16 May 1987 Cessna 182 accident near Honeoye Falls, NY?
An aircraft landed on a dew-covered grass runway, skidded approximately 1000 feet past the end of the runway, and collided with a trailer near Rochester.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 May 1987 involved a Cessna 182, registration N6298A, operated by Sullivan Pilots Club,inc., at Honeoye Falls, NY.
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