Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
NTSB Number
GAA16CA170
Location
Ridgeland, SC
Event ID
20160330X23316
Coordinates
32.493331, -80.991943
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, which resulted in a ground loop.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
EZELL CHADWICK S
Address
228 PRIVATE ROAD 1501
City
BRECKENRIDGE
State / Zip Code
TX 76424-1000
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped bi-plane reported that during the landing roll, the bi-plane started turning to the right, the left main landing gear collapsed, and the nose of the bi-plane impacted the ground.
The bi-plane sustained substantial damage to the left lower wing.
According to the pilot there were 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# GAA16CA170