On June 2, 2010, a PIPER PA-28-181 was involved in an aviation accident near Block Island, RI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a fence. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot admitted to overconfidence during a landing, resulting in a long touchdown, bounce, runway excursion, and fence strike causing substantial wing damage.
Accident Details
During a landing, the aircraft touched down long at a higher than normal airspeed. It subsequently bounced, departed the left side of the runway, and struck a fence. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the left wing.
Pilot Statement
The pilot later stated to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector that he “may have been a bit overconfident in salvaging a poor approach.” This statement was made during the post-accident interview.
Aircraft Examination
A detailed examination of the airplane revealed no preimpact mechanical anomaly. The braking system was found to have performed as designed when actuated by the foot pedals or the hand lever. No other issues were identified with the aircraft's systems or structure prior to the accident sequence.
Contributing factors
PilotDirectional control — Not attained/maintained
What happened in the 2 Jun 2010 PIPER PA-28-181 accident near Block Island, RI?
A pilot admitted to overconfidence during a landing, resulting in a long touchdown, bounce, runway excursion, and fence strike causing substantial wing damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Jun 2010 PIPER PA-28-181 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Jun 2010 involved a PIPER PA-28-181, at Block Island, RI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a fence.
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