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May 8, 2009 · Fuhrmann-Super Emeraude Stretched · N11LF
Peach Springs, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 8, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Location
Peach Springs, AZ
Aircraft
Fuhrmann-Super Emeraude Stretched
Tail Number
N11LF
Operator
William R Little
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR09CA231
The pilot reported that during the initial takeoff and climb from Runway 23 he encountered "severe clear air turbulence" about midway down the runway. He regained control and continued the climb. Towards the end of the runway, at 300 to 400 feet above ground level, the airplane encountered more "clear air turbulence which took the airplane south of the runway and all the way to the ground." Local law enforcement reported seeing dust devils and whirlwinds in the area after the accident. The pilot reported that the winds were from 230 degrees at 15 knots. He stated that there was no mechanical failure or malfunction with the airplane's flight control system or engine prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The airplane's encounter with turbulence after takeoff, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the initial takeoff and climb from runway 23, he encountered "severe clear air turbulence" about midway down the runway. He regained control and continued the climb. Towards the end of the runway, at 300 to 400 feet above ground level (agl), the airplane encountered more "clear air turbulence which took the airplane south of the runway and all the way to the ground." Local law enforcement reported seeing dust devils and whirlwinds in the area after the accident. The pilot reported that the winds were from 230 degrees at 15 knots. He stated that there was no mechanical failure or malfunction with the airplane's flight control system or engine prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:30 MST
Nearest AirportPeach Tree Springs (0nm)
Runway23
Runway Length5100 ft
Runway Width45 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftFuhrmann-Super Emeraude Stretched
Tail NumberN11LF
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWilliam R Little
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-290 SERIES · Reciprocating · 140
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 61 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind260° @ 13 kt, gusting 20 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point25 C
Altimeter0
Observation Time20:54
Weather SourceWFAC