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March 23, 2003 · Daigneault EAA Bi-Plane · N22PJ

Easley, SC

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 23, 2003
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Easley, SC
Aircraft
Daigneault EAA Bi-Plane
Tail Number
N22PJ
Operator
Christine Terrell
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ATL03LA066

The airplane was observed on initial climb out making a shallow left turn before it collided with a private residence. The pilot did not experience mechanical problems with the airplane, and she did not remember hitting the private residence. Examination of the airplane, engine assembly, and flight controls revealed no deficiencies.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilots failure to maintain clearance while maneuvering on initial climb out resulting in an in-flight collision with a residence.

Full Narrative

On March 23, 2003, at 1541 eastern standard time, a Daigenault experimental airplane, N22PJ, registered to Eastex Air Service LLC, operated by a private pilot as a 14 CFR Part 91 personal flight, collided with a private residence on initial takeoff climb from Williamsport Airpark, Easley, South Carolina. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed. The airplane sustained substantial damage. The private pilot reported serious injuries. The flight originated from Williamsport Airpark, Easley, South Carolina, on March 23, 2003, at 1540. The pilot stated she taxied out to the south runway for departure at 1535. While taxing she observed the windsock and noted that she would be taking off with a crosswind. Upon reaching the end of the taxiway she completed an engine run up and no deficiencies were noted. She taxied into position and departed to the south. According to an eyewitness, he observed the airplane on the takeoff roll and it became airborne about 400 feet down the runway. The airplane was observed to start a shallow left turn and he lost sight of the airplane due to obstructions. He did not hear any change in engine noise but heard an impact. He went in the direction of the impact and saw the airplane in the roof of a two-car garage. The pilot stated she did not experience any mechanical problems with the airplane after she took off. The pilot further stated she did not remember the airplane colliding with the garage and did not remember talking to anyone after the accident. Examination of the airplane revealed no mechanical or structural malfunction.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:41 EST
Nearest AirportWilliamsport Airport (0nm N)
Runway15
Runway Length1500 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftDaigneault EAA Bi-Plane
Tail NumberN22PJ
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorChristine Terrell
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-235-C1 · Reciprocating · 115
Seats1

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 47 · Third Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point68 F / 41 C
Altimeter29.89 inHg
Observation Time20:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data