Runway excursion involving a Piper PA-32-301, VH-MHP, Darwin, Northern Territory, on 27 September 1994

199402782

Summary

The pilot stated that after successfully completing six circuits and landings with an instructor on board he commenced a period of solo circuits. During the fourth circuit, on final approach for runway 29, he was instructed by air traffic control to go around and make a right hand circuit for runway 36 and cleared for a touch and go landing. A normal approach was carried out, then after touching down at 80 knots the aircraft ballooned slightly. The pilot lowered the nose allowing the aircraft to wheelbarrow on its nosewheel and veer sharply to the left. The pilot applied right rudder to correct the swing, but the aircraft continued to slide sideways into a large drain.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 199402782
Occurrence date 27/09/1994
Location Darwin
State Northern Territory
Report release date 12/10/1994
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Runway excursion
Occurrence class Accident

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Piper Aircraft Corp
Model PA-32-301
Registration VH-MHP
Sector Piston
Operation type Flying Training
Destination Local Flight
Damage Substantial