Casualties unknown

Pilot Loses Control During Landing, Collides with Trees (N5235W)

Hillsville, VA, US

On October 10, 2007, a Piper PA-28-160 (registration N5235W) was involved in an aviation accident near Hillsville, VA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot lost control of his airplane during landing, veered off the runway, and collided with trees after an attempted go-around, according to the pilot's brother.

Accident Sequence

According to the pilot's brother, who was watching the landing, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway. Shortly after, the engine power increased and the airplane began to climb. However, the airplane then flew into an embankment and collided with trees.

Pilot Statement

The pilot's brother further stated that the pilot told him he had lost control of the airplane during the landing and that he had attempted a go-around. Additionally, the pilot said there were no problems with the airplane; he just "lost control of it."

The aircraft sustained damage during the collision with the embankment and trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Oct 2007 Piper PA-28-160 accident near Hillsville, VA?

A pilot lost control of his airplane during landing, veered off the runway, and collided with trees after an attempted go-around, according to the pilot's brother.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Oct 2007 involved a Piper PA-28-160, registration N5235W, at Hillsville, VA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20071024X01651. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.