Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
NTSB Number
GAA18CA162
Location
Punta Gorda, FL
Event ID
20180313X71951
Coordinates
26.918333, -81.996665
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
A collision with a large bird during approach.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
FOX VENTURES UNLIMITED LLC
Address
878 MOUNT CARMEL RD
City
ORRTANNA
State / Zip Code
PA 17353-9430
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that, during the approach to land a "turkey vulture (bird)", impacted the airplane's front windshield. After the impact, an emergency was declared, and the airplane landed without further incident.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the front windshield.
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# GAA18CA162