Accident Details
Date
Sunday, June 29, 2008
NTSB Number
LAX08CA204
Location
Elk River, ID
Event ID
20080805X01158
Coordinates
46.770645, -116.190254
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SEGURA RICHARD J III
Address
1120 US HIGHWAY 79 N
City
HENDERSON
State / Zip Code
TX 75652-6010
Country
United States
Analysis
In a written statement, the pilot reported that he attempted to take off at a private airfield. The gravel runway was lined on both sides with tall grass. During the takeoff roll, the airplane drifted to the left into the grass, and the pilot attempted to correct course. The airplane drifted into the grass on the right side, hit a wire fence and a dirt berm, and nosed over. The pilot indicated that the airplane and engine had no mechanical failures or malfunctions during the flight.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# LAX08CA204