PIPER PA 38-112 near West Milford, NJ — 2014-02-11

Probable cause

The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control during landing.

NTSB narrative

The private rated pilot-in-command (PIC), who was seated in the right seat, stated that the wind on approach to runway 24 was from 280 degrees at 6 knots. At touchdown slightly left of centerline with the nose turned to the left, the airplane veered to the left which he was unable to correct. The airplane then skidded into a snowbank. The PIC and operator reported there was no preimpact mechanical failure or malfunction.

NTSB coding

• Loss of control on ground · Landing-landing roll

Evidence available

• Photos
• 4 docket documents

Docket documents4

• Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1form
• Photo 1. View of Skid Marks on Runway (Digital Photo Courtesy of FAA)photos
• Photo 2. View Depicting the Resting Location of Airplane (Digital Photo Courtesy of FAA)photos
• Weather Report and Recordreport

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