NTSB Factual Report

According to the pilot in the high-performance, tailwheel-equipped bi-plane, he landed on a turf airstrip which he described as, "long and wide and there was no wind."

During the landing roll, he piloted the airplane along the right edge of the runway, and the lower right wing struck a precision approach path indicator (PAPI) control box.

The pilot reported that the accident was caused by a lack of situational awareness during the landing roll.

The PAPI lights are identified in the airport facility directory.

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the lower right-wing spar.

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from airport lighting during the landing roll.