Accident Details
Date
Saturday, February 16, 2008
NTSB Number
MIA08CA061
Location
Fort Pierce, FL
Event ID
20080312X00304
Coordinates
27.277778, -80.585830
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
2
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The failure of the student to maintain directional control during a cross wind takeoff. A factor in the accident was inadequate supervision by the CFI.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N6232Y
Make
STEPHEN F. GRAVES
Serial Number
008263995
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
MARTIAN ROBERT F
Address
8011 SE HELEN TER
Status
Deregistered
City
HOBE SOUND
State / Zip Code
FL 33455-4026
Country
United States
Analysis
The CFI stated that during a go-around following a touch-and-go landing on runway 27 with the wind from 360 degrees at 15-20 knots, the gyrocopter drifted to the left. The CFI took control of the gyrocopter but the left wheel contacted a tire that bordered the south edge of the runway. The gyrocopter then yawed to the left and crashed into a canal. The CFI further stated there was no mechanical failure or malfunction.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# MIA08CA061