N33EVVANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-122022-08-16 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12S/N: 120070

Summary

On August 16, 2022, a Vans Aircraft INC RV-12 (N33EV) was involved in an incident near Westfield, MA. All 2 people 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 loss of directional control while taxiing for takeoff.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ERA22LA374. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N33EV.

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
NTSB Number
ERA22LA374
Location
Westfield, MA
Event ID
20220816105748
Coordinates
42.159405, -72.715170
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 loss of directional control while taxiing for takeoff.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
VANS AIRCRAFT INC
Serial Number
120070
Engine Type
4-cycle
Year Built
2010
Model / ICAO
RV-12RV12
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
RV-12

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
ACORN AVIATION LLC
Address
102 CHESTNUT LN
City
ROSE VALLEY
State / Zip Code
PA 19063-4243
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# ERA22LA374