On June 16, 2006, a Piper PA-22-108 (registration N5045Z) was involved in an aviation accident near South Boston, VA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a collision with a rising embankment. A factor in the accident was the pilot's lack of recent flight experience. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An airplane swerved upon touchdown, departed the runway, and struck a small embankment. No mechanical anomalies were found. The pilot had no recent flight experience.
Incident Summary
During landing, the airplane swerved after touchdown, veered off the runway, and collided with a small embankment. The event resulted in damage to the aircraft.
Investigation Findings
A Federal Aviation Administration inspector examined the airplane following the incident. The inspection revealed no mechanical anomalies or deficiencies. All systems and components appeared to function normally.
Pilot Background
Review of the pilot's records showed that his last logbook entry was dated August 1979. The pilot informed the inspector that he had recently purchased the airplane. He stated that he had no recent flight experience and had not received any instruction in preparation for the flight.
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