Accident Details
Date
Monday, July 2, 2012
NTSB Number
ERA12CA443
Location
Lancaster, PA
Event ID
20120712X30058
Coordinates
40.122222, -76.294441
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 attempt to secure an open canopy during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent hard landing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
MARSHALL TIMOTHY W
Address
2215 TADMOR CT
City
VANDALIA
State / Zip Code
OH 45377-3287
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot initiated a takeoff and as the airplane became airborne, the canopy opened. The pilot attempted to close the canopy and lost control of the airplane. The airplane landed hard on the runway causing substantial damage to the airframe. The pilot stated he failed to secure the canopy before takeoff and there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operations.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA12CA443