N28643

Substantial
Minor

GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. AA-5BS/N: AA5B0720

Accident Details

Date
Monday, July 5, 2021
NTSB Number
WPR21LA260
Location
Wells, NV
Event ID
20210706103426
Coordinates
41.117111, -114.922130
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in an impact with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N28643
Make
GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP.
Serial Number
AA5B0720
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1978
Model / ICAO
AA-5BAA5
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
AMSPOKER DAVID A
Address
4060 N VAN NUYS RD
Status
Deregistered
City
KINGMAN
State / Zip Code
AZ 86409-2545
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# WPR21LA260