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November 2, 2008 · Fox Jack G MONG Biwin · N318CF
Thomasville, NC
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 2, 2008
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Thomasville, NC
Aircraft
Fox Jack G MONG Biwin
Tail Number
N318CF
Operator
Thayer Terry W
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA040
The pilot was making the first of a series of test flights for the new airplane. After engine run-ups and a high speed taxi run, the first takeoff was attempted. The airplane became airborne after a takeoff roll of 1,000 feet. At 30 feet AGL, the airplane would not climb higher or accelerate above 50 knots. Insufficient runway remained to land and the airplane impacted trees in a fully-stalled condition. The pilot reported there was no mechanical malfunction and the ground adjustable propeller was not set to allow the airplane to accelerate.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft propeller/rotor-Propeller system-(general)-Incorrect service/maintenance - C
Full Narrative
The pilot was making the first of a series of test flights for the new airplane. After engine run-ups and a high speed taxi run, the first takeoff was attempted. The airplane became airborne after a takeoff roll of 1,000 feet. At 30 feet AGL, the airplane would not climb higher or accelerate above 50 knots. Insufficient runway remained to land and the airplane impacted trees in a fully-stalled condition. The pilot reported there was no mechanical malfunction and the ground adjustable propeller was not set to allow the airplane to accelerate.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time22:35 EDT
Nearest AirportHiatt Airport (0nm)
Runway01
Runway Length2500 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftFox Jack G MONG Biwin
Tail NumberN318CF
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorThayer Terry W
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 447 · Reciprocating · 40
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 74 · Sprt · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO