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May 23, 2009 · Holsclaw Francis E Starduster · N42WT
Ranger, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 23, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Ranger, TX
Aircraft
Holsclaw Francis E Starduster
Tail Number
N42WT
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA315
During the takeoff roll from a grass/turf runway, the homebuilt bi-wing airplane made a sharp right turn. The pilot applied rudder and aileron controls, however the airplane drifted to the right side of the runway and one of the right wing tips impacted a mesquite tree. Moments later, the right wing tips impacted the ground and the airplane nosed over and came to rest in the inverted position. Examination of the airplane's right landing gear leg revealed that it had buckled near the wheel, in an area that appeared to be corroded. The runway's surface was reportedly "rough.”
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to the buckling of the right landing gear as a result of corrosion.
Full Narrative
During the take-off roll from a grass/turf runway, the homebuilt bi-wing airplane made a sharp right turn. The pilot applied rudder and ailerons controls; however, the airplane drifted to the right side of the runway and one of the right wing tips impacted a mesquite tree. Moments later, the right wing tips impacted the ground and the airplane nosed over and came to rest in the inverted position. Examination of the airplane's right landing gear leg revealed that it had buckled, near the wheel, in an area that appeared corroded. The runway's surface was reportedly "rough.”
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:30 CDT
Nearest AirportRanger Municipal Airport (0nm)
Runway01
Runway Length2730 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftHolsclaw Francis E Starduster
Tail NumberN42WT
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-290 SERIES · Reciprocating · 140
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 68 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 63 F
Altimeter29.98 inHg
Weather SourceWFAC