Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's loss of directional control during landing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Historical)
Analysis
According to the pilot, he intended to land on runway 26, a 2,700-foot-long, 45-foot-wide, turf runway. During the landing flare, the airplane veered to the right approximately 20-degrees. The pilot initially added full engine power to Go-around; however, after the airplane continued to veer to right; he elected to reduce power and land. The airplane subsequently struck a turf roller, and the ground, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and fuselage. The pilot reported that he did not experience any mechanical malfunctions. Wind reported at a nearby airport, about the time of the accident, was from 230 degrees at 11 knots.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA11CA404