Accident Details
Date
Sunday, January 30, 2011
NTSB Number
CEN11CA191
Location
Newaygo, MI
Event ID
20110215X10647
Coordinates
43.380554, -85.778053
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 loss of directional control during takeoff from a frozen lake.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BAINE LARRY A
Address
2280 LEONARD ST
City
MARNE
State / Zip Code
MI 49435-9664
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that he was departing a plowed "airstrip" on an ice covered lake. During the takeoff roll, the airplane veered to the left and the left wheel hit a snow bank on the left side of the airstrip. The airplane nosed over which resulted in substantial damage to the wings and empennage. The pilot reported that there was no mechanical malfunction or failure.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN11CA191