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December 12, 1995 · Mckibben GN-1 Aircamper GN-1 Airca · N823GM

Mayhew, MS

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 12, 1995
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Mayhew, MS
Aircraft
Mckibben GN-1 Aircamper GN-1 Airca
Tail Number
N823GM
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
MIA96LA041

The pilot had manufactured a new propeller for his airplane. Before taking off on the first flight after certification, he performed taxi and runup tests on the engine and airplane. After takeoff, the airplane did not climb very fast and reached an altitude of only about 50 feet. After realizing that the airplane was not performing as expected, he attempted to stay over a clear field. To do this, he had to make a shallow turn, and the airplane started to descend. The airplane then struck trees at approximately 3,500 feet from the departure end of the runway. A postaccident investigation revealed no evidence of mechanical failure of the engine. When questioned, the pilot said that he expected the new propeller to produce 110 horsepower at 4500 rpm or 65 horsepower at 3000 rpm. However, during takeoff, the rpm only reached about 2600 rpm.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's improper planning/decision, and failure to verify the airplane's performance data. The airplane's lack of climb capability with the newly manufactured propeller was a related factor.

Full Narrative

On December 12, 1995, about 1625 central standard time, N823GM, a McKibben GN-1 Aircamper operated by a private owner as a 14 CFR part 91 personal flight, crashed in Mayhew, Mississippi. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time and no flight plan was filed. The airplane was substantially damaged and the private pilot was not injured. The flight was originating at the time of the accident. The pilot stated that before to the accident he had performed 10 hours of taxi and runup tests. He had decided on the type of propeller by the designer's suggestions and he manufactured the propeller himself. He stated that his horsepower ratings were at 4,500 rpm it should be 110 horsepower and at 3,000 rpm it should be 65 horsepower. The pilot performed static runups on the engine and it came up to 2,500 rpm. During takeoff the aircraft did not accelerate as rapidly as he would have expected. The airplane did not climb very fast and reached an altitude of approximately 50 feet. After realizing the airplane was not performing as it was to be expected he attempted to stay over a clear field. To do this he had to make a shallow turn and the airplane started to descend. The airplane then struck trees about 3,500 feet from the departure end of runway 18. A post-accident investigation revealed that there was automotive fuel in the fuel tanks, fuel lines, filter, and the carburetor. There was no evidence of mechanical failure of the engine. There has been repeated requests to receive a written statement and pilot operator's report from the pilot but the pilot has ignored all requests.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:25 CST
Nearest AirportOktibbeha (0nm SE)
Runway18
Runway Length2200 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftMckibben GN-1 Aircamper GN-1 Airca
Tail NumberN823GM
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCorvair · Reciprocating · 65

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 56 · Third Class

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 7 kt
Visibility7 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 12000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point59 / 30 C
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time03:55
Weather SourceWFAC

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