Accident Details
Date
Sunday, May 2, 2021
NTSB Number
ERA21LA202
Location
Martinsville, VA
Event ID
20210503103014
Coordinates
36.631359, -80.018125
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 improper pitch control during a go-around in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a tail strike and a runway excursion.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HEAVY METAL AIR LLC
Address
7150 REPUBLIC AIRPORT STE 101
City
FARMINGDALE
State / Zip Code
NY 11735-3999
Country
United States
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA21LA202