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September 30, 2008 · Laird LC-1B-300 · N10402
Spokane, WA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 30, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Spokane, WA
Aircraft
Laird LC-1B-300
Tail Number
N10402
Operator
Howard Larry E
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA08CA214
The pilot stated that the airplane bounced and became airborne after landing firmly on the runway. As the airplane settled back onto the runway it veered to the left despite his control inputs. The airplane subsequently veered off the runway and ground looped. Examination of the airplane revealed that the left and right wings were structurally damaged. The tail wheel rudder spring attachment bolts were found separated and were located on the runway. The fracture surfaces of the bolts were consistent with overload. The pilot reported no pre accident anomalies with the flight control system.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s misjudged landing flare that resulted in a hard landing. A contributing factor was the impact related failure of the tail wheel spring attachment bolts due to overload, which resulted in a ground loop.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that the airplane bounced and became airborne after landing firmly on the runway. As the airplane settled back onto the runway it veered to the left despite his control inputs. The airplane subsequently veered off the runway and ground looped. Examination of the airplane revealed that the left and right wings were structurally damaged. The tail wheel rudder spring attachment bolts were found separated and were located on the runway. The fracture surfaces of the bolts were consistent with overload. The pilot reported no pre accident anomalies with the flight control system.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:30 PDT
Nearest AirportFelts Field Airport (0nm)
Runway21L
Runway Length3059 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftLaird LC-1B-300
Tail NumberN10402
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHoward Larry E
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsWright · 975E-1 · Reciprocating · 365
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 62 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point46
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time23:53
Weather SourceWFAC