N68TPVANS RV82023-07-01 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

VANS RV8S/N: 83300

Summary

On July 01, 2023, a Vans RV8 (N68TP) was involved in an incident near Metaline Falls, WA. 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 loss of directional control during landing due to impact with a concrete ring embedded in the grass runway.

This incident is documented in NTSB report WPR23LA273. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N68TP.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, July 1, 2023
NTSB Number
WPR23LA273
Location
Metaline Falls, WA
Event ID
20230717192641
Coordinates
48.850000, -117.280000
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 loss of directional control during landing due to impact with a concrete ring embedded in the grass runway.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
VANS
Serial Number
83300
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2015
Model / ICAO
RV8RV8
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
RV8

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
POWERS THOMAS J
Address
11703 HARTFORD WAY
City
MUKILTEO
State / Zip Code
WA 98275-6006
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# WPR23LA273