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PIPER PA-28-180 accident at Gallipolis, OH, 2 Oct 2023
On October 2, 2023, a PIPER PA-28-180 was involved in an aviation accident near Gallipolis, OH. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A collapse of the nose landing gear during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an approach lighting system. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
A collapse of the nose landing gear during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an approach lighting system.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
Attain/maintain not possibleNose/tail landing gear
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Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 2 Oct 2023 PIPER PA-28-180 accident near Gallipolis, OH?
A collapse of the nose landing gear during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an approach lighting system.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Oct 2023 PIPER PA-28-180 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Oct 2023 involved a PIPER PA-28-180, at Gallipolis, OH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
A collapse of the nose landing gear during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an approach lighting system.
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