On February 6, 1994, a Piper PA-28-160 (registration N8119W) operated by Aero Flite was involved in an aviation accident near Wichita, KS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT AND DELAY IN ABORTING THE LANDING. THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE TRAINING WAS A FACTOR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot aborted his first landing approach, then touched down mid-field on a second attempt. After aborting the landing due to insufficient runway, the airplane struck a fence, tree, and swamp during the initial climb. Investigation revealed a worn tire and skid marks.
History of Flight
The pilot reported that he aborted his first landing approach because he was too high on final. During a second approach, he decided to land. A witness observed the airplane touch down at the mid-field location and noted smoke coming from the tires or brakes. The pilot stated that he then decided to abort the landing because he could not stop the airplane on the remaining runway. During the initial climb after takeoff, the airplane collided with a fence, a tree, and a swamp near the departure end of the landing runway.
Investigation Findings
An on-scene investigation revealed that the right main landing gear tire was completely worn through, and runway tire skid marks aligned with the airplane wreckage.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that he did not know how to use an aiming point when judging his touchdown point on the runway.
What happened in the 6 Feb 1994 Piper PA-28-160 accident near Wichita, KS?
A pilot aborted his first landing approach, then touched down mid-field on a second attempt. After aborting the landing due to insufficient runway, the airplane struck a fence, tree, and swamp during the initial climb. Investigation revealed a worn tire and skid marks.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Feb 1994 involved a Piper PA-28-160, registration N8119W, operated by Aero Flite, at Wichita, KS.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT AND DELAY IN ABORTING THE LANDING. THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE TRAINING WAS A FACTOR.
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