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March 26, 1996 · Ayres S2-R · N3024V
Wyatt, MO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 26, 1996
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Wyatt, MO
Aircraft
Ayres S2-R
Tail Number
N3024V
Operator
Austin Ag Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI96LA119
The pilot reported that while taking off from a road a 'strong crosswind gust' was encountered. The right wing was lifted by the wind resulting in the left wing and left gear contacting the ground. The left wing caught in the dirt and the airplane flipped over.
NTSB Probable Cause
the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff. A factor was the crosswind condition.
Full Narrative
On March 26, 1996, at 1400 central standard time, a Ayres Thrush S2-R, N3024V, operated by Austin Ag Aviation, collided with the terrain on takeoff from a road near Wyatt, Missouri. The 14 CFR Part 137 aerial application flight was operating in visual meteorological conditions without a flight plan. The airplane was substantially damaged and the pilot was not injured. The local flight was originating at the time of the accident. The pilot stated that on takeoff at an altitude of approximately 1 foot, a "strong crosswind gust" was encountered. The gust lifted the right wing resulting in the left wing and left main gear contacting the ground. The left wing caught in the dirt and the airplane flipped over. The pilot reported that the local winds were from 315 degrees at 10 knots.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway0
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAyres S2-R
Tail NumberN3024V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorAustin Ag Aviation
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsP&W · 1340-AN1 · Reciprocating · 600
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 31 · Second Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind315° @ 10 kt
Visibility20 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO