N40800

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-28R-200S/N: 28R-7435128

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
NTSB Number
WPR10CA266
Location
St. George, UT
Event ID
20100527X12140
Coordinates
37.090557, -113.593055
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 inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N40800
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
28R-7435128
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1973
Model / ICAO
PA-28R-200P28R
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
PINNACLE AVIATION SERVICES INC
Address
1401 VANESSA CIR
Status
Deregistered
City
ENCINITAS
State / Zip Code
CA 92024-2439
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot stated that he and a passenger flew to St. George on a scenic flight. When approaching St. George, the pilot reported that the wind was generally from the south to southwest; however, with each weather report update the wind direction and speed varied, and the winds were gusty. On final approach, the pilot noted that he needed a significant amount of left rudder and right aileron pressure to maintain alignment with the center line of the runway. Just before landing, the pilot released some of the right aileron pressure, and the airplane drifted left of the runway centerline. When the main gear touched the ground the pilot applied full right aileron pressure. At that time, the airplane briefly lifted off the ground again and the nose turned to the left. The airplane began to veer off the left side of the runway into the dirt on the side of the runway towards a set of hangars. The pilot stated that he thought about performing a go-around, but did not think he would have cleared the hangar. At this point the pilot applied the brakes to stop the airplane but impacted the hangar. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to the wing.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR10CA266