Investigation number
198500001
Occurrence date
Location
Bensbach, Papua New Guinea
State
International
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Runway excursion
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
The pilot was familiar with the destination aerodrome, having landed there on several previous occasions. On arrival, rain showers were in the area and the pilot held until the showers had cleared. After an apparently normal approach, the aircraft floated beyond the target touchdown point. The short grass surface was firm but wet, and the pilot was unable to stop the aircraft in the remaining strip length.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Piper Aircraft Corp
Model
PA-23
Registration
VH-EMG
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Daru PNG
Departure time
1030
Destination
Bensbach PNG
Damage
Substantial