On May 28, 1989, a Piper PA-28-180 (registration N6470J) operated by Tom Barone was involved in an aviation accident near Oneonta, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT LOST CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT WHILE LANDING IN GUSTY WIND 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 Piper PA-28 experienced a landing incident after encountering moderate turbulence and crosswinds. The pilot made a no-flap landing with high airspeed and left crab. After touchdown, the aircraft slid left, the right wing struck the runway, and the nose gear collapsed.
Incident Overview
The pilot of a Piper PA-28 was landing when moderate turbulence and crosswinds were encountered. The pilot was making a no-flap landing, maintaining a high airspeed and in a left crab.
Sequence of Events
When the main gear touched down, the aircraft slid to the left. The right wing then hit the runway, after which the nose gear collapsed. The aircraft continued to slide on the runway and came to rest in the grass, approximately 50 feet from the end of the runway pavement.
Outcome
The aircraft came to rest off the runway pavement. No further details about injuries or damage extent are available from the source.
What happened in the 28 May 1989 Piper PA-28-180 accident near Oneonta, NY?
A Piper PA-28 experienced a landing incident after encountering moderate turbulence and crosswinds. The pilot made a no-flap landing with high airspeed and left crab. After touchdown, the aircraft slid left, the right wing struck the runway, and the nose gear collapsed.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 May 1989 involved a Piper PA-28-180, registration N6470J, operated by Tom Barone, at Oneonta, NY.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT LOST CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT WHILE LANDING IN GUSTY WIND CONDITIONS.
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