Probable cause
The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control during landing.
NTSB analysis
The private rated pilot-in-command (PIC), who was seated in the right seat, stated that the wind on approach to runway 24 was from 280 degrees at 6 knots. At touchdown slightly left of centerline with the nose turned to the left, the airplane veered to the left which he was unable to correct. The airplane then skidded into a snowbank. The PIC and operator reported there was no preimpact mechanical failure or malfunction.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ERA14CA119 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Feb 11, 2014
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- West Milford, New Jersey
- Nearest airport
- Greenwood Lake Airport (4N1)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Piper PA 38-112
- N-number
- N381PT
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 1978
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.