Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA16CA126

Newport, RI, USA

Aircraft #1

N102WM

PIPER PA31

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported during night visual meteorological conditions, he struck multiple birds at an altitude of about 300 to 400 feet above ground on final approach. The pilot continued the approach and landed without further incident. A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

An inadvertent collision with birds during final approach at night.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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