Accident Details
Date
Sunday, August 21, 2011
NTSB Number
CEN11CA590
Location
Joplin, MO
Event ID
20110823X54846
Coordinates
37.151668, -94.498054
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 aircraft control during the landing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
RLS RENTAL CO INC DBA
Address
PO BOX 1446 PMB 400
City
JOPLIN
State / Zip Code
MO 64802-1446
Country
United States
Analysis
According to the pilot, during the landing, a gust of wind pushed the airplane to the right of runway centerline. The pilot applied rudder and aileron inputs to counter the unexpected wind. Subsequently, the airplane ground looped and came to rest upright on the runway. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed the right wing spar was bent. No airframe or engine anomalies were reported by the pilot. The wind conditions at the airport were light and variable at the time of 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# CEN11CA590