What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2004-09-15 involved a Cessna 185F, registration N29BF, operated by Michael Foise, at Somerville, NJ.

Airplane Veers Off Runway into Parked Aircraft and Hangar (N29BF)

On September 15, 2004, a Cessna 185F (registration N29BF) operated by Michael Foise was involved in an aviation accident near Somerville, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing. A factor was the pilot's impairment due to the influence of non-prescribed pain medication. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Upon landing, an airplane veered left, struck a parked airplane, entered a hangar, and hit another parked aircraft before stopping. The pilot was arrested; sedative medication was found. No mechanical issues were identified.

Accident Sequence

The airplane veered off the left side of the runway after touching down. It struck a parked airplane, continued into a hangar, and inside the hangar struck another parked airplane before coming to a stop.

Post-Accident Developments

Following the accident, state authorities arrested the pilot. A supply of prescription sedative medication was found in the airplane.

Aircraft Examination

An examination of the airplane revealed no mechanical abnormalities with the airframe, landing gear assembly, or the engine.

Pilot Medical Records

Review of the pilot's medical records by the NTSB Medical Officer showed that on the most recent application for a second-class airman medical certificate, the pilot indicated "Yes" in response to questions about "Substance dependence" and "Alcohol dependence or abuse." Under "Comments on History and Findings," the pilot stated, "...involved in airplane crash. Substance abuse involved..."

2004-09-15: Cessna 185F (N29BF) — Michael Foise — Somerville, NJ