Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
NTSB Number
DFW08CA179
Location
Wharton, TX
Event ID
20080714X01035
Coordinates
29.256944, -96.156944
Aircraft Damage
MINR
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
2
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BAILEY CORINNE
Address
2746 COUNTY ROAD 113
City
GIDDINGS
State / Zip Code
TX 78942-9286
Country
United States
Analysis
While demonstrating flight maneuvers in a two-seat powered parachute, the pilot encountered a stall at approximately 45 feet above ground level. Despite immediate control inputs, the pilot was unable to recover the powered parachute and impacted the ground. Both the pilot and the passenger sustained serious injuries. The powered parachute sustained minor damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions prior to the accident.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# DFW08CA179