On June 6, 2011, a PIPER PA-32-260 was involved in an aviation accident near Wagoner, OK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The airplane's collision with a deer during the landing flare and touchdown. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During landing flare and touchdown, two deer entered the runway. The airplane struck one deer, causing the nose landing gear to separate. The nose settled and the aircraft skidded 500 feet before stopping. The pilot reported no mechanical issues prior to impact.
Accident Overview
During the landing flare and touchdown phase, two deer ran onto the runway. The airplane struck one of the deer, resulting in the separation of the nose landing gear. Following the separation, the nose of the airplane settled onto the runway surface. The aircraft then skidded for an additional 500 feet before coming to a complete stop.
Aircraft Damage
An examination of the airframe revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. No other damage details were provided in the source.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the impact with the deer.
What happened in the 6 Jun 2011 PIPER PA-32-260 accident near Wagoner, OK?
During landing flare and touchdown, two deer entered the runway. The airplane struck one deer, causing the nose landing gear to separate. The nose settled and the aircraft skidded 500 feet before stopping. The pilot reported no mechanical issues prior to impact.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jun 2011 PIPER PA-32-260 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Jun 2011 involved a PIPER PA-32-260, at Wagoner, OK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The airplane's collision with a deer during the landing flare and touchdown.
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