Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA130
Location
Swanton, OH
Event ID
20150622X43310
Coordinates
41.587223, -83.812500
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, resulting in a runway excursion, and a collision with a sign.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
N6919W LLC
Address
3471 S ROOSEVELT BLVD
City
KEY WEST
State / Zip Code
FL 33040-5234
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during the landing roll with a crosswind, he input "bad" rudder correction, and the airplane swerved. He reported he couldn't control the airplane, it departed the runway to the left, and the right wing struck a runway crossing sign sustaining substantial damage.
The pilot reported no pre-impact 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# GAA15CA130