On December 3, 1988, a Piper PA-28 (registration N4344F) operated by Stewart R. V. was involved in an aviation accident near Lakeview, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's loss of directional control during landing on a grass runway in gusting crosswind conditions. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A newly certificated private pilot lost directional control while attempting to land on a 3200-foot grass runway with gusting crosswinds, resulting in significant aircraft damage.
What happened
During a personal cross-country flight, the newly certificated private pilot reported attempting to land on a 3200-foot grass strip. The conditions included an existing gusting crosswind. During the landing roll, the pilot lost directional control of the aircraft. As a result, the plane struck a runway light, which caused the left landing gear to tear off and damaged both the wing and the fuselage.
The investigation
The aircraft had been modified from its original configuration. Specifically, it was equipped with an 180 horsepower engine, having been upgraded from a standard 150 horsepower powerplant.
Probable cause
The pilot's loss of directional control during landing on a grass runway in gusting crosswind conditions.
What happened in the 3 Dec 1988 Piper PA-28 accident near Lakeview, AR?
A newly certificated private pilot lost directional control while attempting to land on a 3200-foot grass runway with gusting crosswinds, resulting in significant aircraft damage.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Dec 1988 involved a Piper PA-28, registration N4344F, operated by Stewart R. V., at Lakeview, AR.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's loss of directional control during landing on a grass runway in gusting crosswind conditions.
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