Airplane Hits Powerlines on Approach, Collides with Airport Ramp (N6510V)

Incident Overview

The accident occurred during an approach to a runway. Earlier that morning, the pilot had completed three previous approaches and landings on the same runway without incident. On the fourth approach, the pilot stated that the airplane encountered a strong downdraft. While in the downdraft, the airplane struck 60-foot-high powerlines that were located approximately 1,200 feet from the threshold of the landing runway. After striking the powerlines, the airplane collided with the airport parking ramp and subsequently slid onto the grassy clearway adjacent to the ramp. No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or specific outcome were provided in the source.