No fatalities

Private Pilot Strikes Power Lines During Road Landing at Hunting Resort (N3811Y)

Malta, MT, US

On October 19, 1988, a Cessna 210D (registration N3811Y) operated by Skaw, Jack E. was involved in an aviation accident near Malta, MT. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A private pilot, flying alone, struck power lines while landing a Cessna on a paved road at a hunting resort, damaging the nose gear which collapsed on touchdown.

Event Summary

A private pilot, the sole occupant of a Cessna aircraft, was attempting to land on a paved road at a hunting resort. During the final approach, the aircraft struck power lines, causing damage to the nose gear. The aircraft then touched down on the road, and the nose gear collapsed.

Inspection Findings

A post-accident inspection revealed that the engine tunnel and firewall were bent as a result of the incident.

Pilot's Report

The pilot stated that he had been informed about high-tension wires at each end of the road. He observed these wires during several low passes he made prior to landing. However, he did not observe two smaller wires until immediately before contacting them. The pilot reported that these smaller wires were not visible during his earlier passes.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Oct 1988 Cessna 210D accident near Malta, MT?

A private pilot, flying alone, struck power lines while landing a Cessna on a paved road at a hunting resort, damaging the nose gear which collapsed on touchdown.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Oct 1988 Cessna 210D accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Oct 1988 involved a Cessna 210D, registration N3811Y, operated by Skaw, Jack E., at Malta, MT.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X27048. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.