Piper PA-32R-300, N101DW, 4 July 2008

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 4 July 2008
• Aircraft type: Piper PA-32R-300
• Location: Runway 24, Southend Airport, Essex
• Registration: N101DW

Piper PA-32R-300, N101DW

Summary:

The aircraft suffered a failure of its electric power generation system when five miles offshore on a flight from Panshanger to Oostend. This resulted in the loss of all electrical services. The aircraft diverted to Southend airport where it landed with the landing gear retracted.

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Piper PA-32R-300, N101DW 01-09.pdf (420.40 kb)

Published 10 December 2014