Casualties unknown

Aircraft Strikes Highway During Aborted Landing on Wet Grass Runway (N55919)

Walls, MS, US

On March 24, 1993, a Piper PA-28R-200 (registration N55919) operated by Taylor, Terry R. was involved in an aviation accident near Walls, MS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S DELAY IN ABORTING THE LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During an aborted landing on a wet grass runway, the aircraft struck a highway edge with its main landing gear, then nosed down and crashed in a field.

Accident Details

According to the pilot's account, the approach and landing were conducted visually from the north. The aircraft touched down on the first third of the grass runway. During the rollout, the pilot applied brakes, causing the aircraft to slide on the wet runway surface. In response, the pilot applied full power and executed an aborted landing.

The aircraft became airborne and cleared a ditch located at the departure end of the runway. However, the main landing gear subsequently struck the edge of a highway that runs perpendicular to the departure end. Following the impact, the aircraft nosed down and crashed in a field on the north side of the runway.

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, or occupant status have been provided. The investigation is ongoing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Mar 1993 Piper PA-28R-200 accident near Walls, MS?

During an aborted landing on a wet grass runway, the aircraft struck a highway edge with its main landing gear, then nosed down and crashed in a field.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Mar 1993 involved a Piper PA-28R-200, registration N55919, operated by Taylor, Terry R., at Walls, MS.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S DELAY IN ABORTING THE LANDING.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X12031. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.