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April 3, 2007 · Boeing E75N1 · N3840K
Fostoria, OH
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 3, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Fostoria, OH
Aircraft
Boeing E75N1
Tail Number
N3840K
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI07CA130
The tail-wheel airplane was substantially damaged during landing when it departed runway 27 (4,198 feet by 100 feet, asphalt) and nosed over. The pilot noted that the intended destination was a planned fuel stop en route to his final destination. He stated that upon "entering the traffic pattern, it was apparent that the winds were stronger than forecast from the south. Upon landing, a gust of wind struck the plane." The airplane subsequently departed the runway pavement and nosed over. Surface winds in the vicinity were reported to be from 210 degrees at 19 knots, gusting to 30 knots. The pilot noted that there were no malfunctions associated with the airplane prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing. The crosswind and wind gusts were contributing factors.
Full Narrative
The tail-wheel airplane was substantially damaged during landing when it departed the runway and nosed over. The pilot noted that the intended destination was a planned fuel stop en route to his final destination. He stated that upon "entering the traffic pattern, it was apparent that the winds were stronger than forecast from the south. Upon landing, a gust of wind struck the plane." The airplane subsequently departed the runway pavement and nosed over. Surface winds in the vicinity were reported to be from 210 degrees at 19 knots, gusting to 30 knots. The pilot was landing on runway 27 (4,198 feet by 100 feet, asphalt) at the time of the accident. He noted that there were no malfunctions associated with the airplane prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:50 EDT
Nearest AirportFostoria Metropolitan (0nm)
Runway27
Runway Length4198 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBoeing E75N1
Tail NumberN3840K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsPratt & Whitney · R-985 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 41 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 19 kt, gusting 30 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point52
Altimeter29.86 inHg
Observation Time16:53
Weather SourceWFAC