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Piper PA-32-300 accident at Vincentown, NJ, 9 Apr 1997 (N9768C)

Vincentown, NJ, US

On April 9, 1997, a Piper PA-32-300 (registration N9768C) operated by Carl J. Mikuletzky was involved in an aviation accident near Vincentown, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in an on ground loss of control. A contributing factor was a crosswind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in an on ground loss of control. A contributing factor was a crosswind.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot reported that after touchdown on runway 5, he applied the brakes and the airplane swerved left. The airplane went of the left side of the runway and struck trees. FAA examination of the brake system did not reveal evidence of mechanical malfunction. The wind report for a nearby airport was 340 degrees at 19 knots with gusts to 23 knots.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Apr 1997 Piper PA-32-300 accident near Vincentown, NJ?

The pilot reported that after touchdown on runway 5, he applied the brakes and the airplane swerved left. The airplane went of the left side of the runway and struck trees. FAA examination of the brake system did not reveal evidence of mechanical malfunction. The wind report for a nearby airport was 340 degrees at 19…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Apr 1997 involved a Piper PA-32-300, registration N9768C, operated by Carl J. Mikuletzky, at Vincentown, NJ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in an on ground loss of control. A contributing factor was a crosswind.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X07811. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.