Accident Details
Date
Monday, June 26, 2017
NTSB Number
GAA17CA374
Location
WATERTOWN, SD
Event ID
20170628X30253
Coordinates
44.913887, -97.152221
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 during the landing roll.
Aircraft Information
Model / ICAO
7BCM
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7BCM
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
DARLING JONATHAN S
Address
PO BOX 28
City
PENDER
State / Zip Code
NE 68047-0028
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during the landing roll, the right wing suddenly came up. He applied aileron and rudder corrections, however the left wing impacted the ground as the airplane ground looped.
The left wing was substantially damaged.
The pilot reported no preaccident 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# GAA17CA374