What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-03-20 involved a Cessna 310R, registration N1835E, at Marshfield, WI.

Cessna 310 and Piper PA-32R Collide at Runway Intersection (N1835E)

On March 20, 1996, a Cessna 310R (registration N1835E) was involved in an aviation accident near Marshfield, WI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the failure of the pilot of the PA-32R, N1030Q, to obtain identification of the Cessna 310R, N1835E, visually, and his inadequate visual outlook. A factor was the failure of both pilots to hear communications from each other. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data API Editorial standards

A Cessna 310 landing on runway 34 and a Piper PA-32R taking off on runway 4 collided at the intersection. Both pilots reported no visual contact and did not hear each other's unicom communications.

Incident Overview

A collision occurred between a Cessna 310, registration N1835E, and a Piper PA-32R, registration N1030Q, at an airport with intersecting runways 34 and 4. The Cessna was touching down on runway 34 while the Piper was taking off on runway 4. The airplanes collided at the intersection of the two runways.

Pilot Statements

The pilot of the Cessna 310 reported making position announcements on the unicom frequency while on downwind, left base, and final approach for runway 34. The pilot of the Piper PA-32R stated that he announced his intention to take off from runway 4 on the same frequency. Both pilots indicated they did not hear the other pilot's communications. Additionally, both pilots reported having no visual contact with the other aircraft prior to the collision.

Aircraft Information

The Cessna 310 (N1835E) and Piper PA-32R (N1030Q) were involved. No further details about the aircraft, such as engine count or year of manufacture, were provided in the source.

Location and Conditions

The accident occurred at an airport with runways 34 and 4. The time of day, weather conditions, and any ATC involvement were not specified.

1996-03-20: Cessna 310R (N1835E) — Marshfield, WI