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.
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.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane sustained substantial damage after a propeller blade section separated during cruise flight.
- The incident necessitated a forced landing into a wheat field.
- The private pilot and passenger onboard were uninjured despite the substantial damage and forced landing.
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