Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA46 near Chamblee, GA — 2009-09-14

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Date
2009-09-14
Location
Chamblee, GA, USA
Airport
PDK
Aircraft
PIPER PA46
Registration
N664RS
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Contributing to the accident was pilot fatigue.

NTSB narrative

After having trouble maintaining altitude and aligning the airplane with the localizer, the pilot conducted a visual approach for Runway 20L. The aircraft touched down and continued off the end of the runway, striking localizer equipment and substantially damaging the left wing. No mechanical malfunctions were reported by the pilot or identified postaccident. The recorded winds on the field were calm approximately 15 minutes prior to the accident. The pilot reported that he had been ill for several days prior to the accident, and postaccident medical testing revealed that he was dehydrated due to the illness. Additionally, the pilot reported that he did not eat anything on the day of the accident. The pilot was airborne for approximately 8 hours, including fuel stops and periods of maneuvering due to weather. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the pilot held a third-class medical certificate with a limitation for his diabetic condition.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 4 docket documents
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Docket documents4

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