Accident Details
Date
Saturday, December 9, 2017
NTSB Number
GAA18CA082
Location
Pocasset, OK
Event ID
20171211X74152
Coordinates
35.207221, -97.970275
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s improper approach path, which resulted in the airplane landing short of the runway.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SOUTHARD BRIAN W
Address
27458 AIRSTRIP RD
City
WASHINGTON
State / Zip Code
OK 73093-4649
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that, while landing on a private grass airstrip, the airplane landed short of the runway and struck a berm that was covered by tall grass. Subsequently, the right main gear leg sheared off and struck the right wing.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing.
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# GAA18CA082