On July 6, 1993, a Piper PA-30 (registration N8325Y) operated by Larry B. Paz was involved in an aviation accident near Lincoln Park, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING LANDING ROLLOUT, AND HIS DELAY IS PERFORMING THE PROPER REMEDIAL ACTION OF BRINGING BACK THE LEFT THROTTLE TO IDLE DURING LANDING ROLLOUT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After landing, a single-engine airplane veered right off the runway and struck four parked airplanes. The pilot reported left brake and rudder input but could not correct the veer. Skid marks were present, and the left engine may not have been at idle. No mechanical issues were reported.
Incident Overview
After touching down, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway and collided with four parked airplanes. The pilot reported applying left brake and rudder, but the airplane continued to veer to the right.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that during the landing rollout, the left engine "may not have been completely at idle." No mechanical malfunctions were reported.
Evidence
Skid marks were found on the runway, indicating the application of brakes during the event.
Investigation
The investigation focused on the pilot's operational actions and the condition of the aircraft. No mechanical defects were identified.