Primary finding
Probable cause
An inflight collision with a goose while on an approach.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot and three passengers were on a short cross-country flight. As they approached their destination airport and while on final approach, the airplane collided with a goose. The pilot was able to land the airplane uneventfully. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the outer section of the right wing.
Source record
Factual narrative
The pilot and three passengers were on a short cross-country flight. As they approached their destination airport and while on final approach, the airplane collided with a goose. The pilot was able to land the airplane uneventfully. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the outer section of the right wing.