On June 29, 1992, a Piper PA-32-300 (registration N4065R) operated by Phyllis J. Weiss was involved in an aviation accident near Coalinga, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER GLIDE PATH DURING THE NIGHT VFR APPROACH WHICH RESULTED IN A LANDING UNDERSHOOT AND A SUBSEQUENT COLLISION WITH THE RAISED ASPHALT LIP OF THE RUNWAY EDGE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During a night cross-country flight, an aircraft landed 130 feet short of the runway, colliding with a six-inch raised asphalt lip. The impact damaged landing gear attach points and internal wing structure. FAA inspectors found no airport lighting deficiencies, and the pilot reported no mechanical issues.
Accident Details
During a night cross-country flight, the aircraft touched down 130 feet short of the intended runway. The landing occurred in a level dirt overrun area. The aircraft then struck the raised lip of the runway asphalt, which measured six inches above the dirt overrun. This collision caused damage to the landing gear attach points and the internal wing structure.
Investigation
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspectors examined the airport and runway lighting following the accident and found no deficiencies. The lighting system was determined to be functioning normally at the time of the incident.
Pilot Statement
The pilot of the aircraft stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the accident. The aircraft was operating normally before the landing event.
What happened in the 29 Jun 1992 Piper PA-32-300 accident near Coalinga, CA?
During a night cross-country flight, an aircraft landed 130 feet short of the runway, colliding with a six-inch raised asphalt lip. The impact damaged landing gear attach points and internal wing structure. FAA inspectors found no airport lighting deficiencies, and the pilot reported no mechanical issues.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 Jun 1992 involved a Piper PA-32-300, registration N4065R, operated by Phyllis J. Weiss, at Coalinga, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER GLIDE PATH DURING THE NIGHT VFR APPROACH WHICH RESULTED IN A LANDING UNDERSHOOT AND A SUBSEQUENT COLLISION WITH THE RAISED ASPHALT LIP OF THE RUNWAY EDGE.
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