Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
NTSB Number
WPR13CA246
Location
Friday Harbor, WA
Event ID
20130529X24026
Coordinates
48.521945, -123.024169
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
3
Total Aboard
3
Probable Cause and Findings
A collision with a bird while on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
LANDRY DON T
Address
1820 FOX SPRINGS CIR
City
THOUSAND OAKS
State / Zip Code
CA 91320-5903
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that the airplane struck an eagle on the downwind leg in the airport traffic pattern. The pilot subsequently landed the airplane without further incident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right outboard wing. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR13CA246