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October 3, 2008 · Piper J3C-65 · N2146M
Lynden, WA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 3, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Lynden, WA
Aircraft
Piper J3C-65
Tail Number
N2146M
Operator
John William Vanderhage
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR09CA002
The pilot stated that the tailwheel equipped airplane suddenly veered to the right during the landing roll. Despite his control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the right, exited the runway, and impacted a hangar located adjacent to the runway. Examination of the airplane revealed that the fuselage and both wings were structurally damaged. The tailwheel spring retaining clip was found separated from the tailwheel assembly. No anomalies were noted with the flight control system.
NTSB Probable Cause
The separation of the tailwheel spring retaining clip for unknown reasons, which resulted in the loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that during the landing roll in a tailwheel equipped airplane, it veered suddenly to the right. Despite his control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the right, exited the runway, and impacted a hangar located adjacent to the runway. Examination of the airplane revealed that the fuselage and both wings were structurally damaged. The tailwheel spring retaining clip was found separated from the tailwheel assembly. No anomalies were noted with the flight control system.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:45 PDT
Nearest AirportLynden Airport (0nm)
Runway25
Runway Length2425 ft
Runway Width40 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper J3C-65
Tail NumberN2146M
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorJohn William Vanderhage
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · C85 · Reciprocating · 85
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 34 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 3900 ft
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 54
Altimeter29.73 inHg
Observation Time01:45
Weather SourceWFAC