On April 14, 2016, a CESSNA 182 R operated by Robert E. Metzger was involved in an aviation accident near Moorestown, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An in-flight bird strike, which resulted in wind screen damage. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported striking a goose at 2,000 feet mean sea level during cruise flight, shattering the windscreen. The aircraft landed safely at the nearest airport.
Incident Details
During daytime visual meteorological conditions, a pilot reported that the aircraft struck a goose at an altitude of approximately 2,000 feet mean sea level while in cruise flight. The impact shattered the windscreen.
Post-Impact Actions
The pilot continued to the nearest airport and executed a landing without further incident.
Examination
A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the windscreen. According to the pilot, there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Contributing factors
Effect on equipment
Related events
Same aircraft family
12 Jul 2026 — CESSNA 182
20 Jun 2026 — CESSNA 182S (Sundowners Inc.)
19 Jun 2026 — CESSNA 182Q (Charles Kinard)
11 Jun 2026 — CESSNA 182 (Beta Flight LLC)
28 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
28 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
20 May 2026 — CESSNA 182P
11 May 2026 — CESSNA 182P
7 May 2026 — CESSNA 182T (Top Flight Aviation INC)
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