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Ground Collision at Uncontrolled Airport Involves Landing and Taxiing Aircraft (N2237M)

Atlantic City, NJ, US

On August 3, 1991, a Piper PA-32R-300 (registration N2237M) operated by Quantico Marine Corps Flying was involved in an aviation accident near Atlantic City, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT OF N6877M TO INSURE THE RUNWAY WAS CLEAR PRIOR TO PULLING ONTO THE RUNWAY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A Piper PA-32 was touching down on Runway 22 when a Cessna 210 entered the runway, crossing right to left on a taxi heading of 110 degrees, intending departure on Runway 29. The Cessna's propeller sliced through the Piper's right wing, which separated. The Piper continued its landing roll. The Cessna pilot reported not seeing the Piper on short final nor hearing his radio call, though the UNICOM operator heard it.

Incident Overview

An accident occurred at an uncontrolled airport involving two general aviation aircraft. A Piper PA-32 was in the process of landing on Runway 22. As the Piper touched down, a Cessna 210 entered the same runway from the right side, crossing from right to left while taxiing on a heading of approximately 110 degrees. The Cessna was proceeding to depart from Runway 29.

Collision Details

The propeller of the Cessna 210 made contact with the right wing of the Piper PA-32 at a point just outboard of the landing gear. The impact caused the wing to separate from the Piper. Despite the damage, the Piper continued its landing rollout and came to a stop on the runway.

Pilot Statements

The pilot of the Cessna 210 stated that he did not see the Piper PA-32 on short final approach to Runway 22. Additionally, he reported not hearing the radio transmission the Piper pilot made when calling on final. However, the UNICOM operator at the airport did hear that radio call.

Sequence of Events

  • The Piper was on final approach to Runway 22.
  • The Piper touched down on Runway 22.
  • Simultaneously, the Cessna was taxiing across Runway 22 on a heading of 110 degrees, planning to depart from Runway 29.
  • The Cessna entered the runway from the right side relative to the Piper's landing direction.
  • The Cessna's propeller struck the Piper's right wing, severing it.
  • The Piper completed its landing roll.
  • No further details on injuries or aircraft damage beyond the wing separation are provided in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Aug 1991 Piper PA-32R-300 accident near Atlantic City, NJ?

A Piper PA-32 was touching down on Runway 22 when a Cessna 210 entered the runway, crossing right to left on a taxi heading of 110 degrees, intending departure on Runway 29. The Cessna's propeller sliced through the Piper's right wing, which separated. The Piper continued its landing roll. The Cessna pilot reported…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Aug 1991 involved a Piper PA-32R-300, registration N2237M, operated by Quantico Marine Corps Flying, at Atlantic City, NJ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT OF N6877M TO INSURE THE RUNWAY WAS CLEAR PRIOR TO PULLING ONTO THE RUNWAY.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X17947. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.