On November 19, 1989, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N4359C) was involved in an aviation accident near Hayward, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT OF THE AIRCRAFT BY THE PILOT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL. COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA CONTRIBUTED TO THE DAMAGE AND INJURIES. 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.
An aircraft suffered an engine power loss on final approach, forcing a landing in a parking lot where it struck a vehicle. Both vehicle occupants sustained minor injuries. Inspection revealed minimal fuel and no pre-accident anomalies.
Event Details
The pilot reported that the engine lost power while the aircraft was on final approach to land. The power loss occurred approximately three-quarters of a mile from the airport. With insufficient altitude to glide to the runway, the pilot chose to land in a parking lot. During the landing, the aircraft struck an automobile, resulting in damage to the aircraft. There were two occupants in the vehicle, both of whom received minor injuries.
Investigation Findings
An examination of the aircraft revealed that only a small amount of fuel remained in the fuel tanks. No pre-accident anomalies were found with the aircraft.
What happened in the 19 Nov 1989 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Hayward, CA?
An aircraft suffered an engine power loss on final approach, forcing a landing in a parking lot where it struck a vehicle. Both vehicle occupants sustained minor injuries. Inspection revealed minimal fuel and no pre-accident anomalies.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Nov 1989 Piper PA-28-161 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Nov 1989 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N4359C, at Hayward, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT OF THE AIRCRAFT BY THE PILOT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL. COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA CONTRIBUTED TO THE DAMAGE AND INJURIES.
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