N2847H

Substantial
Serious

Glasair Sportsman S/N: 7065

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, February 19, 2023
NTSB Number
WPR23LA111
Location
Cal-Nev-Ari, NV
Event ID
20230222106758
Coordinates
35.315886, -114.811390
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
1
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s improper decision to takeoff with known damage to the wing and his failure to maintain directional control during takeoff on rough terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
GLASAIR
Serial Number
7065
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2008
Model / ICAO
Sportsman AT2P
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
SPORTSMAN GS2

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
MAWHINNEY JOHN E TRUSTEE
Address
3210 CHICAGO ST
City
SAN DIEGO
State / Zip Code
CA 92117-6115
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# WPR23LA111