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August 10, 2009 · Infinity Commander · N50204

Anchor Point, AK

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 10, 2009
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Anchor Point, AK
Aircraft
Infinity Commander
Tail Number
N50204
Operator
Griner Dale
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC09CA077

The noncertificated pilot was taking off in a powered parachute from an off-airport site on a personal local flight under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91, when he collided with trees. According to a state trooper who interviewed the pilot shortly after the accident, the pilot stated that the parachute was not in the right position, and the parachute did not fill with air quickly enough. He related he was unable to climb sufficiently to avoid colliding with trees and falling to the ground. The powered parachute sustained substantial damage, and the pilot received serious injury.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's attempt to exceed the climb capability of the powered parachute during takeoff, and his lack of experience.

Full Narrative

The noncertificated pilot was taking off in a powered parachute from an off-airport site on a personal local flight, under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91, when he collided with trees. According to a state trooper who interviewed the pilot shortly after the accident, the pilot stated that the parachute was not in the right position, and the parachute did not fill with air quickly enough. He related he was unable to climb sufficiently to avoid colliding with trees and falling to the ground. The powered parachute sustained substantial damage to the parachute and the pilot received serious injury. The pilot did not submit an NTSB Pilot/Operator Accident Report form (6120.1) as required.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time21:00 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo

Aircraft

AircraftInfinity Commander
Tail NumberN50204
Aircraft CategoryPpar
DamageSubstantial
OperatorGriner Dale
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 582DCDI · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 51 · Unknown · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0

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