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April 14, 2003 · Boeing Stearman A75L3 · N4908N

Gainesville, GA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 14, 2003
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Gainesville, GA
Aircraft
Boeing Stearman A75L3
Tail Number
N4908N
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ATL03LA079

The pilot and passenger departed for a sightseeing/pleasure flight over Lake Lanier, with intentions to stop in Gainesville for refreshments. According to the pilot, he checked the prevailing wind information for the approach at the airport. The prevailing winds were reported at 140 degree at six knots; the pilot chose runway 11 for the approach and landing. The pilot reported that during the landing roll, the airplane ground looped to the left. No mechanical or flight control problems with the airplane were reported by the pilot prior to the accident.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in an inadvertent ground loop.

Full Narrative

On April 14, 2003, at 1315 eastern daylight time, a Boeing Stearman, A75L3, N4908N, registered to and operated by a commercial pilot, ground looped during landing roll at Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport, Gainesville, Georgia. The personal flight was operated under the provision of Title 14 CFR Part 91 and visual flight rules. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The airplane was substantially damaged, and the pilot and passenger were uninjured. The flight departed Peachtree-Dekalb Airport, Dekalb, Georgia on April 14, 2003 at 1230. The pilot and passenger departed for a sightseeing/pleasure flight over Lake Lanier, with intentions to stop in Gainesville for refreshments. According to the pilot, he checked the prevailing wind information for the approach at the airport. The prevailing winds were reported at 140 degree at six knots; the pilot chose runway 11 for the approach and landing. The pilot reported that during the landing roll, the airplane ground looped to the left. No mechanical or flight control problems with the airplane were reported by the pilot prior to the accident. Examination of the airplane revealed the wings were buckled at the main spar, and the left main landing gear separated from the airframe. On page 4 of the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, optional Recommendations section, the pilot of the accident airplane stated that "additional training in type for pilot" could have prevented the accident.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:15 EDT
Nearest AirportLee Gilmer Memorial (0nm N)
Runway11
Runway Length4001 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftBoeing Stearman A75L3
Tail NumberN4908N
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · R-670-5 · Reciprocating · 220
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 28 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind110° @ 7 kt
Visibility2 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F
Altimeter30.30 inHg
Observation Time16:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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