N55YA

Substantial
Minor

YAKOVLEV YAK-55MS/N: 930804

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, August 10, 2024
NTSB Number
ERA24LA343
Location
North Kingstown, RI
Event ID
20240812194891
Coordinates
41.597139, -71.412139
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The non-certificated pilot’s lack of experience in the tailwheel-equipped airplane and his decision to land in a quartering tailwind, which resulted in a loss of directional control on landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
YAKOVLEV
Serial Number
930804
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1992
Model / ICAO
YAK-55MYK55
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
1
FAA Model
YAK-55M

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
DAY IAIN A
Address
122 S POND DR
City
BREWSTER
State / Zip Code
MA 02631-1996
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# ERA24LA343