N664RS

Substantial
None

PIPER PA46S/N: 4636313

Accident Details

Date
Monday, September 14, 2009
NTSB Number
ERA09CA518
Location
Chamblee, GA
Event ID
20090914X85644
Coordinates
33.875556, -84.301940
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
4
Total Aboard
4

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Contributing to the accident was pilot fatigue.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
4636313
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2000
Model / ICAO
PA46PA46
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
6
FAA Model
PA 46-350P

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
MALIBU INC
Address
3500 S DUPONT HWY
City
DOVER
State / Zip Code
DE 19901-6011
Country
United States

Analysis

After having trouble maintaining altitude and aligning the airplane with the localizer, the pilot conducted a visual approach for runway 20L. The aircraft touched down, and continued off the end of the runway, striking localizer equipment, which substantially damaged the left wing. No mechanical malfunctions were reported by the pilot or identified post-accident. The recorded winds on the field were calm approximately 15 minutes prior to the accident. The pilot reported he had been ill for several days prior to the accident, and post-accident medical testing revealed he was dehydrated due to the illness. Additionally, the pilot reported he did not eat anything on the day of the accident. The pilot was airborne for approximately 8 hours, including fuel stops and periods of maneuvering due to weather. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the pilot held a third-class medical certificate with a limitation for his diabetic condition.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA09CA518