Accident Details
Date
Sunday, August 21, 2011
NTSB Number
CEN11CA586
Location
Shawno, WI
Event ID
20110822X30909
Coordinates
44.787223, -88.559997
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's loss of control on final approach, while maneuvering to avoid birds.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N12TL
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
U20606464
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
CASTRO JUAN DBA
Address
301 NW PONDEROSA ST
Status
Deregistered
City
LEES SUMMIT
State / Zip Code
MO 64064-1464
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that while on final approach for landing, he observed some birds flying low near the intended runway touchdown point. In an attempt to avoid the birds, the airplane touched down shorter than expected and departed the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no failures or malfunctions associated with the airplane prior to the accident.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN11CA586