Accident Details
Date
Saturday, January 29, 2011
NTSB Number
ERA11CA131
Location
Atlanta, GA
Event ID
20110202X33535
Coordinates
33.871944, -84.301109
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 wrong turn while taxiing resulting in a collision with a sign.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N9127F
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
2816106
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
ULTIMATE AIRPARTS LLC
Address
772 OLD GRADE RD
Status
Deregistered
City
STRASBURG
State / Zip Code
VA 22657-4415
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that he was holding short of a runway intersection for further clearance from ground control. After receiving clearance to cross the runway, the pilot mistakenly turned left onto a grassy area. The right wing impacted a sign, resulting in substantial damage to the aileron and wing flap. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies 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# ERA11CA131