Accident Details
Date
Friday, October 28, 2016
NTSB Number
ERA17CA030
Location
West Middlesex, PA
Event ID
20161028X73142
Coordinates
41.167778, -80.501945
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
2
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The noncertificated pilot’s loss of airplane control while maneuvering at a low altitude.
Aircraft Information
Registration
UNREG
Make
KOLB
Serial Number
042A021
Engine Type
None
Model / ICAO
FIRE FLYFK9
No. of Engines
0
Analysis
According to the non-certificated pilot of the unregistered airplane, he was flying at a low altitude when he encountered a gust of wind. He then lost control of the airplane, and it subsequently impacted trees, resulting in substantial damage to the airframe. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions of 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# ERA17CA030