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June 23, 2009 · Buckeye Dream MACH · N2526J

Marian, IN

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 23, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Location
Marian, IN
Aircraft
Buckeye Dream MACH
Tail Number
N2526J
Operator
Johnson Dale F
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA371

The powered parachute was taking off from a field behind a residence when the accident occurred. A witness stated that the aircraft took off and flew over the residence prior to him hearing a "crash." He then observed the aircraft on the ground with power lines around it. The parachute and parachute lines were wrapped around the utility pole and power lines. The operating limitations for the aircraft state that the pilot in command of the aircraft must hold at least a student pilot certificate, a sport pilot certificate, or a recreational pilot certificate with the appropriate endorsements. The pilot in command did not hold a pilot certificate.

NTSB Probable Cause

Personnel issues-Experience/knowledge-Experience/qualifications-Qualification/certification-Pilot

Full Narrative

The powered parachute was taking off from a field behind a residence when the accident occurred. A witness stated the aircraft took off and flew over the residence prior to him hearing a "crash." He then observed the aircraft on the ground with power lines around it. The parachute and parachute lines were wrapped around the utility pole and power lines. The operating limitations for the aircraft state the pilot in command of the aircraft must hold at least a student pilot certificate, a sport pilot certificate, or a recreational pilot certificate with the appropriate endorsements. The pilot in command did not hold a pilot certificate.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time21:35 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo

Aircraft

AircraftBuckeye Dream MACH
Tail NumberN2526J
Aircraft CategoryPpar
DamageSubstantial
OperatorJohnson Dale F
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 582 · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 46 · None · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind60° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F
Altimeter29.82 inHg
Observation Time01:53

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