N407EV

Substantial
None

EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK AS SPORTSTARS/N: 20050407

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, September 1, 2013
NTSB Number
CEN13CA521
Location
Osage Beach, MO
Event ID
20130903X70109
Coordinates
38.110279, -92.680557
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb in gusty wind conditions.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N407EV
Make
EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK AS
Serial Number
20050407
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2005
Model / ICAO
SPORTSTAREVSS
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
OL52YNY STARE 14
Status
Deregistered
City
ZALOSKI
State / Zip Code
09142
Country
United States

Analysis

Prior to departure, the pilot checked the weather and noted a storm was moving toward the area, so he needed to depart as soon as possible. During takeoff and while in ground effect, the airplane encountered a gust of wind that pushed the airplane’s left wing down. The pilot regained control and continued to initiate a climb in order to clear trees that were located near the end of the runway. The airplane encountered another gust of wind and the pilot attempted to compensate for the wind gust. Subsequently, the airplane impacted trees and terrain, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings. The pilot stated there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the 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# CEN13CA521