Final None Dec 28, 2024

N478SA accident at Monticello, IA

Diamond Aircraft Ind Inc DA 40 NG — Wildlife encounter (non-bird) at MXO (Monticello, IA)

DateDec 28, 2024
Tail numberN478SA
AircraftDiamond DA 40 NG · Diamond Star · DA40
LocationMXO — Monticello, IA
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN25LA066

Probable cause

The on-ground collision with a deer on the runway during the landing roll.

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