On September 16, 2019, a Piper PA32R 300 was involved in an aviation accident near Owasso, OK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper altitude and airspeed control during landing, which resulted in the airplane landing long and a subsequent runway overrun and impact with a drainage culvert. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported that during the fourth approach the airplane was too fast and high, landed long, overran the runway, crossed a road, and struck a ditch, causing substantial wing damage.
Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during the initial approach the airplane was too high. The pilot attempted three separate landings before initiating a fourth approach. During the fourth approach, the airplane was again too fast and too high above the runway.
Landing and Overrun
The airplane landed long on the runway. The pilot applied the brakes, but the airplane overran the end of the runway. It then crossed a public road before colliding with a ditch.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 16 Sept 2019 Piper PA32R 300 accident near Owasso, OK?
A pilot reported that during the fourth approach the airplane was too fast and high, landed long, overran the runway, crossed a road, and struck a ditch, causing substantial wing damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Sept 2019 Piper PA32R 300 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Sept 2019 involved a Piper PA32R 300, at Owasso, OK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper altitude and airspeed control during landing, which resulted in the airplane landing long and a subsequent runway overrun and impact with a drainage culvert.