On February 10, 2005, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N973EL) operated by International Airline Training Academy was involved in an aviation accident near Roosevelt, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An airplane veered off a muddy runway and struck obstacles during landing rollout after an unscheduled landing due to worsening weather, substantially damaging wings and main landing gear.
Incident Description
During the landing rollout, the airplane veered off the runway and collided with obstacles. The pilot had chosen to make an unscheduled landing because of worsening weather along the planned route. The approach speed was reported to be 10 knots faster than normal.
Landing and Rollout
Upon touchdown, the runway surface was muddy. The pilot subsequently lost directional control of the airplane. The aircraft continued off the runway and struck large rocks and cacti. This impact resulted in substantial damage to the wings and main landing gear.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that the airplane experienced no mechanical failures or malfunctions during the flight.
What happened in the 10 Feb 2005 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Roosevelt, AZ?
An airplane veered off a muddy runway and struck obstacles during landing rollout after an unscheduled landing due to worsening weather, substantially damaging wings and main landing gear.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Feb 2005 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N973EL, operated by International Airline Training Academy, at Roosevelt, AZ.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
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