On 20 May 2015, a BOEING PT 17 UNDESIGNAT operated by TAYLOR LARRY J was involved in an aviation accident near Williamson, GA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot landed off the right side of the runway resulting in a collision with terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported misjudging the runway edge during final approach, landing off the right side. Attempting to realign, the aircraft struck a ditch and nosed over, causing substantial damage.
Accident Details
During the final approach segment of the flight, the pilot misjudged the edge of the runway and subsequently landed off the right side of the runway. The pilot then attempted to realign the airplane back onto the runway but was unable to do so. Following the realignment attempt, the airplane impacted a ditch and nosed over.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the right lift strut and rudder.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Contributing factors
Causes
PilotDescent/approach/glide path — Not attained/maintained
Other contributing factors
Contributed to outcome
Related events
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