N1624Z

Substantial
None

EIPPER FORMANCE INC MXIIS/N: 1764

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, August 16, 2014
NTSB Number
WPR14CA347
Location
Salt Lake City, UT
Event ID
20140816X60547
Coordinates
40.833057, -112.821113
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 clearance from power lines while maneuvering at low altitude.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
EIPPER FORMANCE INC
Serial Number
1764
Engine Type
2-cycle
Model / ICAO
MXIIBPAT
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
MXII

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
CHAPMAN BRADLEY A
Address
409 MUTUAL DR
City
CHARLESTON
State / Zip Code
SC 29414-4809
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot stated that he was flying the airplane at 50 feet above ground level. He spotted a coyote and dropped to a lower altitude to take a closer look. He circled the coyote and was aware of the power lines near by, however, he did not compensate for the wind drift, which pushed the airplane toward the power lines. While in a 40-degree angle of bank the lower wing struck the power line. The wing folded upward and the airplane impacted the ground in an upright position substantially damaging the fuselage. The pilot reported no preimpact 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# WPR14CA347