On July 16, 2008, a Cessna TR182 operated by Alpha Zulu LLC was involved in an aviation accident near Factoryville, PA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's momentary distraction by the sun, resulting in a fast approach and subsequent inability to stop on the runway. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A Cessna TR182 pilot reported distraction by the sun on final approach, resulting in a fast landing and inability to stop, leading to a runway overrun into a cornfield.
Accident Sequence
The pilot of a Cessna TR182 reported that during final approach, he became momentarily distracted by the sun. This distraction led to a faster-than-normal approach speed. After touching down, the pilot realized he could not stop the airplane on the remaining runway. He attempted to execute a go-around by applying power, but determined that the action was too late to prevent the overrun.
Outcome
The airplane continued beyond the departure end of the runway, traveled down a hill, and came to rest in a cornfield. The pilot stated that no mechanical failures or malfunctions were present in the aircraft or its systems prior to the accident.
Probable cause
The pilot's momentary distraction by the sun, resulting in a fast approach and subsequent inability to stop on the runway.
What happened in the 16 Jul 2008 Cessna TR182 accident near Factoryville, PA?
A Cessna TR182 pilot reported distraction by the sun on final approach, resulting in a fast landing and inability to stop, leading to a runway overrun into a cornfield.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Jul 2008 Cessna TR182 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Jul 2008 involved a Cessna TR182, operated by Alpha Zulu LLC, at Factoryville, PA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's momentary distraction by the sun, resulting in a fast approach and subsequent inability to stop on the runway.
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