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
20 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 182P
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)
4 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
3 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 14 Apr 2016 CESSNA 182 R accident near Moorestown, MI?
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.
Were there any fatalities in the 14 Apr 2016 CESSNA 182 R accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 14 Apr 2016 involved a CESSNA 182 R, operated by Robert E. Metzger, at Moorestown, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
An in-flight bird strike, which resulted in wind screen damage.
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