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July 10, 2009 · Christopher VANS RV-4 · N202CL

Wendover, UT

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 10, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Wendover, UT
Aircraft
Christopher VANS RV-4
Tail Number
N202CL
Operator
Scott Stewart
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR09CA370

As the pilot maneuvered the airplane into a flare, its tail wheel touched down on the runway surface. The pilot applied full power in an effort to abort the landing. The resulting torque from the power increase led to the airplane's nose veering to the left. The airplane ground looped to the left leaving the runway surface. The wings both impacted the ground and the airplane nosed over. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's inadequate flare during touchdown and failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a ground loop.

Full Narrative

In a written statement, the pilot reported that he configured the airplane for landing and continued on a stabilized approach to the destination runway. As he maneuvered the airplane into a flare, the tail wheel touched down on the runway surface. The pilot applied full power in an effort to abort the landing. The resulting torque from the power increase led to the airplane's nose veering to the left. The airplane ground looped to the left leaving the runway surface. The wings both impacted the ground and the airplane nosed over. As a result of the impact, the airplane sustained damage to the wings. In the pilot's written submission to the Safety Board (NTSB Form 6120.1; Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report), in the section titled RECOMMENDATION (How could this accident/incident have been prevented), the pilot stated that he needed "more practice." The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:25 MDT
Nearest AirportWendover Airport (0nm)
Runway08
Runway Length6000 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftChristopher VANS RV-4
Tail NumberN202CL
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorScott Stewart
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-E2A · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 54 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind110° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point34 C
Altimeter30.11 inHg
Observation Time17:55
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data