1994-04-18: Piper PA-32R-300 — Wnt Leasing Co. — Bedford, PA

Casualties unknown • Bedford, PA, US

Probable cause

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER DESCENT RATE WHICH RESULTED IN AN UNDERSHOOT OF THE RUNWAY.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

During final approach, the airplane touched down about five feet short of the runway. The pilot reported that during final approach, about 30 to 40 feet above the ground, a high rate of descent occurred. He stated that he initiated a go around, but the left main gear touched down. The pilot stated that once the gear made contact with the ground, he decided to land the airplane. He stated that the airplane bounced up on the runway and landed hard pushing the left main gear aft and through the fuselage. The airplane skid to the left and departed the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-04-18 Piper PA-32R-300 accident near Bedford, PA?

During final approach, the airplane touched down about five feet short of the runway. The pilot reported that during final approach, about 30 to 40 feet above the ground, a high rate of descent occurred. He stated that he initiated a go around, but the left main gear touched down. The pilot stated that once the gear…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-04-18 involved a Piper PA-32R-300, registration N4445X, operated by Wnt Leasing Co., at Bedford, PA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER DESCENT RATE WHICH RESULTED IN AN UNDERSHOOT OF THE RUNWAY.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01052. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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