On 19 Jul 2017, a PIPER PA28 151 was involved in an aviation accident near NEW MARKET, VA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The airplane’s collision with a deer during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During landing roll, two deer ran onto the runway; one struck the left side of the airplane, causing substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage. Pilot reported no preaccident mechanical issues.
Incident Details
The pilot of the airplane reported that, during the landing roll, two deer entered the runway. One of the animals impacted the left side of the aircraft.
Damage
The collision resulted in substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Airport Information
The Federal Aviation Administration Chart Supplement airport page for the destination airport includes a note: "Deer and birds on and [in the vicinity of the runway]."