Casualties unknown

Landing Incident on Runway 24 Involves Bounce and Runway Excursion (N8097F)

Old Bridge, NJ, US

On May 6, 1995, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N8097F) was involved in an aviation accident near Old Bridge, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT MISJUDGED THE LANDING FLARE AND IMPROPERLY RECOVERED FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot reported that during landing on Runway 24, the airplane bounced and floated, then shifted left, departing the runway and striking small trees and brush before stopping in a ditch.

Event Summary

A landing incident occurred on Runway 24 as described by the pilot involved. According to the pilot's statement, the airplane touched down just past the touchdown zone markings, after which it bounced and floated. The airplane then immediately shifted to the left of the runway centerline, and it became apparent to the pilot that the aircraft was departing the runway surface.

Sequence of Events

The airplane subsequently exited the left side of the runway. During the excursion, it struck small trees and brush before coming to a stop in a ditch. No further details about the aircraft or occupants were provided in the pilot's account.

Meteorological Conditions

The reported wind conditions at the time of the incident were from 280 degrees at 8 knots, with gusts to 10 knots. The wind direction and speed may have influenced the airplane's handling during the landing attempt, though the pilot did not explicitly link the conditions to the events that followed.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 May 1995 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Old Bridge, NJ?

A pilot reported that during landing on Runway 24, the airplane bounced and floated, then shifted left, departing the runway and striking small trees and brush before stopping in a ditch.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 May 1995 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N8097F, at Old Bridge, NJ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT MISJUDGED THE LANDING FLARE AND IMPROPERLY RECOVERED FROM A BOUNCED LANDING.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03531. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.