On June 13, 1995, a Piper PA-28R-200 (registration N5256T) was involved in an aviation accident near Bay City, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES AND HIS INTENTIONAL BUZZING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An airplane struck a power transmission line ground wire during a simulated engine failure demonstration and returned to the airport with minor wing damage.
Incident Details
During a flight with a passenger, the pilot of an airplane demonstrated what would happen if the engine were to quit. The pilot performed a simulated emergency landing next to his place of employment. Unbeknownst to the pilot, the airplane struck the ground wire of electrical power transmission lines during the demonstration. The airplane was returned to the airport without further incident. After the pilot had departed the airport, the airplane was discovered to have its left wing bent aft by 1 to 1½ inches. The pilot stated he had not realized the airplane had hit a wire during the demonstration.
Investigation Findings
An on-scene investigation revealed an open field next to the pilot's place of employment that measured 100 feet by 200 feet. The airplane sustained damage to the left wing structure. The pilot and passenger reported that the simulated emergency landing was conducted in that field.
What happened in the 13 Jun 1995 Piper PA-28R-200 accident near Bay City, MI?
An airplane struck a power transmission line ground wire during a simulated engine failure demonstration and returned to the airport with minor wing damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Jun 1995 Piper PA-28R-200 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Jun 1995 involved a Piper PA-28R-200, registration N5256T, at Bay City, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES AND HIS INTENTIONAL BUZZING.
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