N126SR

Substantial
None

SMITH ALLEN STORCHS/N: 125SR

Accident Details

Date
Friday, May 25, 2012
NTSB Number
ERA12CA370
Location
Titusville, FL
Event ID
20120530X00208
Coordinates
28.620277, -80.834442
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 landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N126SR
Make
SMITH ALLEN
Serial Number
125SR
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2007
Model / ICAO
STORCHDSA1
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
TALCOTT JAMES
Address
PO BOX 228
Status
Deregistered
City
CANTWELL
State / Zip Code
AK 99729-0228
Country
United States

Analysis

According to the pilot, he was performing the 6th or 7th touch-and-go landing of the day. The windsock indicated a slight crosswind from the left just prior to touchdown, but upon landing, a "very strong gust from the right" lifted the wing and pushed the airplane to the left. The pilot responded with adjustments in engine power, rudder, and aileron, but he was unable to maintain directional control. The airplane dragged a wing, ground looped, and the landing gear collapsed, which resulted in substantial damage to the wing and fuselage. After the accident, the pilot reported that there were no deficiencies in the performance and handling of his airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA12CA370