Accident Details
Date
Friday, July 12, 2024
NTSB Number
CEN24LA261
Location
Decatur, IL
Event ID
20240715194687
Coordinates
39.835461, -88.873558
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 inability to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to the malfunction of the tail wheel locking mechanism.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
FARM AIR INC
Address
11220 E BRICKER HWY
City
ASTORIA
State / Zip Code
IL 61501-8882
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# CEN24LA261