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October 25, 2009 · Elkins Christen Eagle II · N78E
Athens, KY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 25, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Athens, KY
Aircraft
Elkins Christen Eagle II
Tail Number
N78E
Operator
Edward Larkin
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA10CA033
The pilot stated that during takeoff from the turf runway, he became airborne at "lower than normal" airspeed. The pilot lowered the airplane's nose to gain airspeed, and the airplane's main landing gear contacted the ground. He reported hearing a "metallic sound" and "suspected damage to the right wheel pant." The pilot proceeded with the takeoff, and chose to circle the airport and land to inspect the damage. According to the pilot, the approach to landing was normal and the touchdown was "firm but within normal range." Upon touchdown, both left and right main gear collapsed, and the airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. A Federal Aviation Administration inspector who examined the airplane after the accident reported identifying no mechanical malfunctions.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-(general)-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that during takeoff from the turf runway, he became airborne at "lower than normal" airspeed. The pilot lowered the airplane's nose to gain airspeed, and the airplane's main landing gear contacted the ground. He reported hearing a "metallic sound" and "suspected damage to the right wheel pant." The pilot proceeded with the takeoff, and chose to circle the airport and land to inspect the damage. According to the pilot, the approach to landing was normal and the touchdown was "firm but within normal range." Upon touchdown, both left and right main landing gears collapsed, and the airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. A Federal Aviation Administration inspector who examined the airplane after the accident reported identifying no mechanical malfunctions.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:30 EDT
Nearest AirportSilo Field (0nm)
Runway07
Runway Length3500 ft
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftElkins Christen Eagle II
Tail NumberN78E
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorEdward Larkin
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · AEIO-360 · Reciprocating · 180
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 56 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point59 / 37 C
Altimeter30.13 inHg
Observation Time17:54
Weather SourceWFAC