N5859L

Substantial
None

Grumman American AA-5S/N: AA5-0059

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
NTSB Number
DEN08CA019
Location
Wheatland, WY
Event ID
20071127X01857
Coordinates
41.883056, -106.180831
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper decision to execute an off-airport landing on a dirt road. A contributing factor was the soft terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N5859L
Make
GRUMMAN AMERICAN
Serial Number
AA5-0059
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1972
Model / ICAO
AA-5AA5
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
BURNETT STEVEN R
Address
PO BOX 116
Status
Deregistered
City
WHEATLAND
State / Zip Code
WY 82201-0116
Country
United States

Analysis

According to a statement provided by the pilot, he attempted to the land the airplane on a dirt road to inspect some cattle in a field. During the landing, the main landing gear settled into soft terrain and the airplane yawed left approximately 30 degrees. The pilot attempted to execute a go-around, but was unsuccessful. The airplane impacted a small tree and came to rest on its nose. Examination of the airplane by recovery personnel revealed the left and right horizontal stabilizers were damaged and the elevator was separated. The private pilot, who was the sole occupant and registered owner, was not injured. The pilot did not submit a completed Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report (NTSB Form 6120.1).

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# DEN08CA019