Casualties unknown

2000-09-08: Cessna 340A (N844YT) — Big Piney, WY

Big Piney, WY, US

On September 8, 2000, a Cessna 340A (registration N844YT) was involved in an aviation accident near Big Piney, WY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with animals during the takeoff roll. 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 APIEditorial standards

During takeoff at about 95 knots, a aircraft hit two antelope crossing the runway, damaging the nose gear assembly, wheel well keel beam, and right engine propeller. Dusk conditions with 10-mile visibility; no animal fencing at uncontrolled airport.

Incident Overview

During the takeoff roll at an uncontrolled airport, an aircraft collided with two antelope that were crossing the runway from left to right. The impact occurred at an approximate speed of 95 knots. The antelope were struck by the nose landing gear and the right engine propeller.

Damage Assessment

The collision resulted in damage to multiple components of the aircraft. The nose gear assembly and the nose wheel well keel beam were affected, along with the right engine propeller. No other damage or injuries were reported in the source.

Environmental Conditions

At the time of the incident, dusk conditions prevailed. Visibility was reported to be approximately 10 miles. The airport, being uncontrolled, lacked animal protective fencing or any other animal control devices that might have prevented the antelope from accessing the runway.

Conclusion

The source does not provide a probable cause for the accident. It only documents the sequence of events and the resulting damage.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21951. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.