Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
NTSB Number
WPR11CA229
Location
Kahlotus, WA
Event ID
20110520X75441
Coordinates
46.639999, -118.551109
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 during takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N4996X
Make
ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL
Serial Number
2138R
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
AIR-TRAC INC
Address
5800 PASCO KAHLOTUS RD
Status
Deregistered
City
PASCO
State / Zip Code
WA 99301-9770
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that he attempted to takeoff with a strong crosswind. During the takeoff sequence, the airplane veered off the airstrip onto soft dirt and subsequently nosed over. Weather reporting stations within 30 nautical miles (nm) of the airstrip reported wind from 324 degrees, varying from 6 to 7 knots and gusting up to 16 knots. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal 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# WPR11CA229