N710JF

Substantial
None

FAUNCE PA-11S/N: J001

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA084
Location
Morrisville, VT
Event ID
20150522X35135
Coordinates
44.533054, -72.613609
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 failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll and his deliberate application of excessive braking pressure.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
FAUNCE
Serial Number
J001
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2008
Model / ICAO
PA-11
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
PA-11

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
STEARNS TODD C
Address
PO BOX 84
City
CORA
State / Zip Code
WY 82925-0084
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported a left crosswind during approach to the runway. During touchdown the airplane veered to the left of the runway centerline. The pilot attempted to return the airplane to the runway centerline by applying right rudder control and right brake. The airplane veered right and exited the right side of the runway. Approaching a ditch on the right side of the runway, the pilot applied the brakes and the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. The pilot exited the airplane and reported seeing a shift in the windsock on the airfield from a left crosswind to a left quartering tailwind. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing strut. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine 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# GAA15CA084