N2914Q

Substantial
None

CHRISTEN INDUSTRIES INC A 1S/N: 1028

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, June 22, 2014
NTSB Number
WPR14CA276
Location
Moses Lake, WA
Event ID
20140702X22830
Coordinates
47.009998, -119.269996
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The airplane impacted a bird during low level flight.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CHRISTEN INDUSTRIES INC
Serial Number
1028
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1987
Model / ICAO
A 1FEST
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
A-1

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
EAST HIGH FLYING
Address
1485 W FOLEY RD
City
OTHELLO
State / Zip Code
WA 99344-9006
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that during low level maneuvering the airplane struck a bird, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing and aileron. The pilot was able to land the airplane without further incident. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR14CA276