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Two Aircraft Collide During Landing Practice (N32744)

Lincoln, CA, US

On February 7, 1990, a Piper PA-28 (registration N32744) operated by Horizon Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Lincoln, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: INADEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT BY THE PILOT OF THE CESSNA, WHICH RESULTED IN HIS FAILURE TO SEE-AND-AVOID THE PIPER. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 9 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During landing practice, a Cessna 152 landed on top of a Piper PA-28 that was on its landing roll after the Piper's pilot had radioed its position. Both aircraft were substantially damaged; no injuries.

Circumstances

An instructor and student were flying a Piper PA-28, while a private pilot was operating a Cessna 152. Both aircraft were practicing takeoffs and landings.

Sequence of Events

The Piper was on final approach for a full-stop landing when the Cessna turned onto a close-in high base leg. The instructor in the Piper radioed the Cessna pilot and advised him of the Piper's position. The Cessna pilot acknowledged that he saw the Piper, and the instructor elected to continue the approach. After the Piper touched down and was on its landing roll, the Cessna landed on top of the Piper.

Damage and Injuries

Both aircraft sustained substantial damage. The pilots were not injured.

Pilot Report

The Cessna pilot reported that he was practicing a simulated engine-out forced landing and that he did not observe the Piper until just before touchdown.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Feb 1990 Piper PA-28 accident near Lincoln, CA?

During landing practice, a Cessna 152 landed on top of a Piper PA-28 that was on its landing roll after the Piper's pilot had radioed its position. Both aircraft were substantially damaged; no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Feb 1990 Piper PA-28 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Feb 1990 involved a Piper PA-28, registration N32744, operated by Horizon Aviation, at Lincoln, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

INADEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT BY THE PILOT OF THE CESSNA, WHICH RESULTED IN HIS FAILURE TO SEE-AND-AVOID THE PIPER.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22576. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.