N8877DPIPER PA-22-1602026-01-04 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-22-160S/N: 22-6051

Summary

On January 04, 2026, a Piper PA-22-160 (N8877D) was involved in an incident near Sealy, TX. All 2 people aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

This incident is documented in NTSB report CEN26LA078. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N8877D.

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, January 4, 2026
NTSB Number
CEN26LA078
Location
Sealy, TX
Event ID
20260106202252
Coordinates
29.780800, -96.157200
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The failure of the nose wheel during landing that resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
22-6051
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1958
Model / ICAO
PA-22-160PA22
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
PA-22-160

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
FORSHA SCOTT A
Address
4695 GLOSTER LN
City
SEALY
State / Zip Code
TX 77474-8055
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN26LA078