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February 26, 2007 · Waltz Sonex Waiex · N600WW
Phoenix, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 26, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Aircraft
Waltz Sonex Waiex
Tail Number
N600WW
Operator
Wendel W Waltz
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA07CA070
During the landing roll in the tail wheel equipped Light Sport Aircraft, the pilot failed to maintain directional control, and the aircraft departed the side of the runway and struck a runway identification sign. At the time of the accident, the pilot had a total of 2 hours flying experience in this make and model aircraft.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. The fact that the pilot had only two hours total time in this make and model aircraft was a factor in the accident.
Full Narrative
During the landing roll in the tail wheel equipped Light Sport Aircraft, the pilot failed to maintain directional control, and the aircraft departed the side of the runway and struck a runway identification sign. At the time of the accident, the pilot had a total of 2 hours flying experience in this make and model aircraft.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 MST
Nearest AirportDeer Valley Airport (0nm)
Runway25R
Runway Length4500 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftWaltz Sonex Waiex
Tail NumberN600WW
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWendel W Waltz
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsAero Engines · 2002 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 69 · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind230° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourceWFAC