E. HADDAM, CT, USA
N1335T
PIPER PA-34-200
THE PIPER PA-34-200 WAS ON SHORT FINAL TO RUNWAY 14, WHEN IT ENCOUNTERED WINDSHEAR AND MADE A HARD LANDING, RECEIVING SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. THE FAA REPORTED THAT DUE TO A RIDGE LINE TO THE EAST, STRONG MECHANICAL WINDSHEAR WAS POSSIBLE WHEN THE WINDS WERE FROM 090 THROUGH 170 DEGREES.
THE PILOT FAILED TO ADEQUATELY COMPENSATE FOR WIND CONDITIONS.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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