April 7, 2008, Paducah, Texas, Piper PA-28-180

At approximately 1450 Central time the airplane sustained substantial damage after a section of propeller blade separated in cruise flight. A forced landing to a wheat field ensued. The private pilot and passenger were not injured. Visual conditions prevailed.

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Key Takeaways:

  • An airplane sustained substantial damage after a section of its propeller blade separated during cruise flight.
  • The pilot successfully executed a forced landing in a wheat field following the incident.
  • Despite the substantial damage to the aircraft, both the private pilot and passenger were uninjured.
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At approximately 1450 Central time the airplane sustained substantial damage after a section of propeller blade separated in cruise flight. A forced landing to a wheat field ensued. The private pilot and passenger were not injured. Visual conditions prevailed.

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