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May 16, 2009 · Ercoupe 415-C · N94300
Gallup, NM
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 16, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Gallup, NM
Aircraft
Ercoupe 415-C
Tail Number
N94300
Operator
Smith Curtis S
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA302
The pilot and passenger departed in a single-engine, 85-horsepower airplane from an airport with a density altitude that was later calculated to be about 8,666 feet. When the airplane was approximately 300 feet above ground level, the airplane experienced a loss of lift. Unable to maintain altitude, the pilot selected a dirt road as a possible landing site; however, the airplane impacted terrain before reaching the road. The airplane came to rest in an upright position and the pilot and passenger were able to exit the airplane unassisted. An examination of the engine revealed no pre impact anomalies.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Temp/humidity/pressure-High density altitude-Effect on equipment - F
Full Narrative
The pilot and passenger departed in an 85-horsepower, single-engine airplane from an airport with a density altitude that was later calculated to be about 8,666 feet. When the airplane was approximately 300 feet above ground level, the airplane experienced a loss of lift. Unable to maintain altitude, the pilot selected a dirt road as a possible landing site; however, the airplane impacted terrain before reaching the road. The airplane came to rest in an upright position and the pilot and passenger were able to exit the airplane unassisted. An examination of the engine revealed no preimpact anomalies.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:00 MDT
Nearest AirportGallup Municipal Airport (1nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftErcoupe 415-C
Tail NumberN94300
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSmith Curtis S
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · C85 SERIES · Reciprocating · 85
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 65 · Sprt · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point32 C
Altimeter30.23 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourcePILO