Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN13CA185

Baraga, MI, USA

Aircraft #1

N2238A

PIPER PA22

Analysis

The pilot reported that he had landed his airplane on the plowed surface of an icy runway and was taxiing when he lost directional control. The airplane impacted a snow bank on the edge of the runway. The airplane’s nose gear collapsed, and the engine mount and forward fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Factual Information

The pilot reported that he had landed his wheel equipped airplane on the plowed surface of an ice runway and was taxiing when directional control was lost. The airplane impacted a snow bank on the edge of the runway. The airplane’s nose gear collapsed and the engine mount and forward fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during taxi.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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