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July 28, 2009 · Mooney M20S · N1008R
Mayfield, KY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 28, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Mayfield, KY
Aircraft
Mooney M20S
Tail Number
N1008R
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA439
According to the pilot, he aborted the landing on the 5,001-foot-long by 100-foot-wide runway after two bounces. He applied full power, retracted the landing gear and the flaps, and the airplane settled to the runway. The airplane subsequently departed the left side of the runway, struck runway lights, and substantially damaged the underside of the airframe. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane, and when asked how this accident could have been prevented, explained that a positive rate of climb should have been established before the gear and flaps were retracted.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft systems-Flight control system-TE flap control system-Incorrect use/operation - C
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, he aborted the landing on the 5,001-foot long by 100-foot wide runway after two bounces. He applied full power, retracted the landing gear and the flaps, and the airplane settled to the runway. The airplane subsequently departed the left side of the runway, struck runway lights, and substantially damaged the underside of the airframe. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane, and when asked how this accident could have been prevented, explained that first a positive rate of climb must be established before the gear and flaps are retracted.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:50 CDT
Nearest AirportMayfield Graves County Airport (0nm)
Runway18
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMooney M20S
Tail NumberN1008R
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-550-G · Reciprocating · 310
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 39 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind220° @ 9 kt
Visibility8 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 900 ft
Altimeter29.87 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC