Accident Details
Date
Monday, June 26, 2023
NTSB Number
CEN23LA277
Location
Elbert, CO
Event ID
20230706192541
Coordinates
39.224185, -104.640070
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff and subsequent excessive use of brakes which resulted in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was his decision to takeoff downwind.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HILLIS MICHAEL S
Address
PO BOX 956
City
ELIZABETH
State / Zip Code
CO 80107-0956
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# CEN23LA277