Accident Details
Date
Sunday, September 13, 2009
NTSB Number
ERA09CA548
Location
Herlong, FL
Event ID
20091118X34536
Coordinates
30.277778, -81.806114
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 improper visual lookout while taxing on soft terrain.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N7705K
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
20-525
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
ZENITH TRADE INC
Address
4699 N FEDERAL HWY STE 109E
Status
Deregistered
City
POMPANO BEACH
State / Zip Code
FL 33064-6510
Country
United States
Analysis
The private pilot overflew a grass strip, parallel to the asphalt runway to view the condition for landing. The pilot landed without incident. While transitioning from the grass runway onto the taxiway, the aircraft's nose gear got stuck in the soft terrain and the aircraft flipped over. The wing spar incurred substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical deficiencies 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# ERA09CA548