No fatalities

Aircraft Exits Runway During Landing After Short Approach Request (N140ND)

Honolulu, HI, US

On February 6, 2000, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N140ND) was involved in an aviation accident near Honolulu, HI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper use of the brakes during the landing rollout. The pilot's self induced pressure and the quartering tailwind were factors in the accident. 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 a runway excursion during landing on runway 4L after being instructed to make a short approach. The airplane turned right off the runway near taxiway E, striking runway signs with the left wing. No mechanical issues were found.

Incident Description

During the landing phase on runway 4L, the pilot received an instruction from the local controller to execute a short approach due to following traffic. The pilot reported feeling rushed by this request. Although the landing was described as long, the touchdown and initial landing ground roll were normal. However, as the airplane reached the vicinity of taxiway E, the pilot began to apply brakes. At that point, the airplane suddenly turned to the right and departed the side of the runway. The pilot indicated concern that applying left brake might cause the airplane to tip over. As the airplane left the pavement, the left wing struck runway signs.

Environmental Conditions

At the time of the approach and landing, surface winds were reported as 170 degrees at 8 knots.

Post-Incident Inspection

The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane. The operator's maintenance department conducted an inspection during the repair process and found no discrepancies.

Additional Information

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, time, or injuries were provided in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Feb 2000 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Honolulu, HI?

A pilot reported a runway excursion during landing on runway 4L after being instructed to make a short approach. The airplane turned right off the runway near taxiway E, striking runway signs with the left wing. No mechanical issues were found.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Feb 2000 Piper PA-28-161 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Feb 2000 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N140ND, at Honolulu, HI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper use of the brakes during the landing rollout. The pilot's self induced pressure and the quartering tailwind were factors in the accident.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20514. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.