Casualties unknown

Pilot Practicing Touch-and-Go Landings Overruns Runway into Trees (N6294J)

Painesville, OH, US

On September 19, 1993, a Piper PA-28-151 (registration N6294J) operated by Robert Chin was involved in an aviation accident near Painesville, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S ATTEMPT TO LAND WITH EXCESSIVE AIRSPEED, HIS IMPROPER USE OF THE BRAKES, AND HIS DELAY IN PERFORMING REMEDIAL ACTION. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot practicing touch-and-go landings experienced an overrun on the third approach, with excessive speed reported. The aircraft touched down and continued off the runway into trees. Post-accident inspection found no brake system deficiencies.

Accident Sequence

A pilot conducting touch-and-go landing practice made three approaches to the runway. The first two approaches resulted in go-arounds. During the third approach, a witness observed the airplane had excessive speed. The airplane touched down and continued to roll off the end of the runway, entering a wooded area.

Witness Account

A certified flight instructor who witnessed the accident reported that the first two attempts ended with go-arounds. On the third approach, the witness noted the airplane's excessive speed before touchdown.

Pilot Statement

The pilot stated that he applied the brakes, but they did not seem to stop the airplane. However, no evidence of brake application was found on the runway surface.

Brake System Examination

A post-accident examination of the brake system revealed no pre-impact mechanical deficiencies.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Sept 1993 Piper PA-28-151 accident near Painesville, OH?

A pilot practicing touch-and-go landings experienced an overrun on the third approach, with excessive speed reported. The aircraft touched down and continued off the runway into trees. Post-accident inspection found no brake system deficiencies.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Sept 1993 involved a Piper PA-28-151, registration N6294J, operated by Robert Chin, at Painesville, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S ATTEMPT TO LAND WITH EXCESSIVE AIRSPEED, HIS IMPROPER USE OF THE BRAKES, AND HIS DELAY IN PERFORMING REMEDIAL ACTION.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X13352. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.