On November 11, 1987, a Piper PA-24-400 (registration N400TT) was involved in an aviation accident near Winnemucca, NV. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a landing attempt, an aircraft with full flaps at 85 mph experienced an excessive rate of descent and struck a fence near the runway threshold. The accident site had a density altitude of 5500 ft. The pilot noted the aircraft was heavily loaded.
Accident Details
The pilot was attempting to land close to the approach end of the runway. The approach was made with full flaps at a speed of 85 mph. During the approach, the rate of descent became excessive, and before recovery could be affected, the aircraft collided with a fence near the runway threshold.
Site Conditions
The accident site was located at an elevation of 4400 ft MSL. The density altitude at the time of the accident was 5500 ft.
Pilot's Remarks
Following the accident, the pilot stated that he should not have 'dragged' the heavily loaded aircraft under the existing conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 11 Nov 1987 Piper PA-24-400 accident near Winnemucca, NV?
During a landing attempt, an aircraft with full flaps at 85 mph experienced an excessive rate of descent and struck a fence near the runway threshold. The accident site had a density altitude of 5500 ft. The pilot noted the aircraft was heavily loaded.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 11 Nov 1987 involved a Piper PA-24-400, registration N400TT, at Winnemucca, NV.
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