Accident Details
Date
Monday, May 22, 2017
NTSB Number
GAA17CA311
Location
Skagway, AK
Event ID
20170531X60427
Coordinates
59.321945, -135.206115
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
8
Total Aboard
8
Probable Cause and Findings
An in-flight collision with a goose.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
KALININ PARTNERS LLC
Address
8907 YANDUKIN DR
City
JUNEAU
State / Zip Code
AK 99801-8086
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that while en route, about 1,500 ft., he saw a goose approaching the airplane. He added that he attempted to turn and avoid the goose, but the goose impacted the windscreen. The pilot landed the airplane at a nearby airport without further incident.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the windscreen and fuselage.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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# GAA17CA311