N405S

Substantial
None

PIPER PA 28-181S/N: 2890015

Accident Details

Date
Monday, April 21, 2014
NTSB Number
CEN14CA209
Location
Put in Bay, OH
Event ID
20140422X91651
Coordinates
41.631668, -82.835281
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
4
Total Aboard
4

Probable Cause and Findings

An inflight collision with a goose while on an approach.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
2890015
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1986
Model / ICAO
PA 28-181M600
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
PA-28-181

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
GRIFFING FLYING SERVICE INC
Address
3255 E STATE RD
City
PORT CLINTON
State / Zip Code
OH 43452-2542
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot and three passengers were on a short cross-country flight. As they approached their destination airport and while on final approach, the airplane collided with a goose. The pilot was able to land the airplane uneventfully. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the outer section of the right 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# CEN14CA209