Accident Details
Date
Friday, November 14, 2014
NTSB Number
WPR15CA041
Location
San Diego, CA
Event ID
20141114X02733
Coordinates
32.815834, -117.139442
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 directional control of the airplane during takeoff roll.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
1966
Model / ICAO
7ECA
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7ECA
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HICKEY MICHAEL
Address
1167 COUNTY ROAD 2825
City
HONEY GROVE
State / Zip Code
TX 75446-4411
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during the takeoff roll in a tailwheel equipped airplane, he inadvertently actuated the left brake when his left foot became entangled within the rudder pedal and control cable. The pilot stated that he then lost control of the airplane and subsequently groundlooped, which resulted in structural damage to 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# WPR15CA041