N484PC

Substantial
Minor

HOLLOMAN L B/HOLLOMAN E M SONEXS/N: 199

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, September 6, 2012
NTSB Number
ERA12CA551
Location
Chapmansboro, TN
Event ID
20120907X14244
Coordinates
36.321945, -87.150558
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff initial climb.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N484PC
Make
HOLLOMAN L B/HOLLOMAN E M
Serial Number
199
Engine Type
None
Year Built
2002
Model / ICAO
SONEXFK9
No. of Engines
0

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
TRAVIS JERRY E
Address
123 ARESTI DR
Status
Deregistered
City
CHAPMANSBORO
State / Zip Code
TN 37035-5357
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot stated that the purpose of the flight was to conduct takeoffs and landings in the airport traffic pattern. Prior to initiating his departure, he confirmed the flight control and flap systems were operating normally. Just after takeoff, the airplane banked "hard" to the left, and the pilot applied full right rudder and aileron control inputs to correct. The pilot reduced engine power and leveled the wings, and the airplane subsequently impacted trees. During a telephone interview, the pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. According to a local weather observation facility, winds were reported as calm 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# ERA12CA551