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Right Wing Strikes Deer During Takeoff on Touch and Go (N6682Z)

Quincy, IL, US

On October 21, 2000, a Beech A36 (registration N6682Z) was involved in an aviation accident near Quincy, IL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the evasive maneuver not possible by the pilot and the deer on the runway. A factor was the dark night. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a touch-and-go landing, the right wing of an airplane struck a deer as the pilot rotated for takeoff on Runway 22. The pilot reported good visibility but a dark night with no moonlight.

Accident Details

The airplane was damaged when the right wing struck a deer during the takeoff portion of a touch-and-go maneuver. The incident occurred on Runway 22. According to the pilot, an adult buck deer ran into the aircraft's path from the north side of the runway, striking the outboard right wing just as rotation was initiated.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated: "...an adult buck deer ran into our line of travel from the north side of the runway at approximately one third the distance of RWY 22 striking our outboard right wing just as I was rotating for takeoff. Our approximate speed at time of impact was 75 kts. Visibility was good, and the sky was clear, however there was no moonlight-making it a very dark night."

No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or injuries were provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Oct 2000 Beech A36 accident near Quincy, IL?

During a touch-and-go landing, the right wing of an airplane struck a deer as the pilot rotated for takeoff on Runway 22. The pilot reported good visibility but a dark night with no moonlight.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Oct 2000 Beech A36 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Oct 2000 involved a Beech A36, registration N6682Z, at Quincy, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the evasive maneuver not possible by the pilot and the deer on the runway. A factor was the dark night.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22128. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.