N51LV

Substantial
None

VARNER DAVID L VANS RV-8S/N: 81871

Summary

On May 12, 2021, a Varner David L VANS RV-8 (N51LV) was involved in an incident near Watkins, CO. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing.

This incident is documented in NTSB report CEN21LA227. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N51LV.

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
NTSB Number
CEN21LA227
Location
Watkins, CO
Event ID
20210519103112
Coordinates
39.775485, -104.594330
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 control of the airplane during landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
VARNER DAVID L
Serial Number
81871
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2008
Model / ICAO
VANS RV-8
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
VANS RV-8

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
NEAL DARREN I
Address
830 DALES PONY DR
City
CASTLE ROCK
State / Zip Code
CO 80104-7811
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# CEN21LA227