Accident Details
Date
Friday, July 12, 2019
NTSB Number
GAA19CA467
Location
Orlando, FL
Event ID
20190713X90722
Coordinates
28.546112, -81.332221
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
3
Total Aboard
3
Probable Cause and Findings
The airplane’s impact with a bird during approach.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
OMICRON BUSINESS SERVICES INC
Address
807 W MORSE BLVD STE 101
City
WINTER PARK
State / Zip Code
FL 32789-3726
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that, while being vectored for an instrument landing system approach on an instrument flight plan, he flew through some clouds and encountered multiple birds. He added that one bird struck the left wing.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left 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# GAA19CA467