N336TC

Substantial
None

BEECH A36TCS/N: EA-211

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, August 9, 2009
NTSB Number
CEN09CA513
Location
Brighton, MI
Event ID
20090810X55232
Coordinates
42.569721, -83.778335
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and compensate for wind conditions during final approach.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N336TC
Make
BEECH
Serial Number
EA-211
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1981
Model / ICAO
A36TCBE36
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
WHARTON HOWARD
Address
892 E CHICAGO ST
Status
Deregistered
City
COLDWATER
State / Zip Code
MI 49036-2063
Country
United States

Analysis

During the landing, the airplane impacted terrain approximately 400 feet short of threshold for runway 22. The pilot reported, "I got too slow on approach and fell into a slower wind pocket which [decreased] my lift." The pilot attempted to add engine power, however, the airplane impacted terrain. The pilot estimated the wind was from 260 degrees at 20 to 40 knots and gusting. The pilot and passenger were not injured. Examination of the airplane revealed the main landing gear struts punctured the top of both wings. No mechanical anomalies were noted with the airplane.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN09CA513