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July 27, 2010 · Lancair 320 NO Series · N360N

Spokane, WA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 27, 2010
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Spokane, WA
Aircraft
Lancair 320 NO Series
Tail Number
N360N
Operator
Larry O Sundholm
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR10LA374

The pilot reported that, after initiating a go-around and during a climbing left turn to re-enter the traffic pattern, his attempt to roll out of the turn was unsuccessful. The bank angle continued to near 90 degrees before he was able to maneuver the airplane close to the runway. The airplane ultimately stalled and collided with the runway surface. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed an asymmetric flap condition. Shortly after the accident, the airplane kit manufacturer issued a Service Bulletin that addressed the asymmetric flap problem. The bulletin advised operators to inspect for adequate clearance and ensure that sufficient stiffness is established such that when fully deployed, the flap’s leading edge will not have a tendency to flex upward and snag the trailing edge of the wing. The condition could jam the flap and subsequently preclude its retraction.

NTSB Probable Cause

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Full Narrative

On July 27, 2010, about 1000 Pacific daylight time, an experimental Lancair 320, N360N, was substantially damaged after impacting terrain following a loss of control while maneuvering on final approach to land at Felts Field (SFF), Spokane, Washington. The commercial pilot, the sole occupant, sustained minor injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the local flight, which was operated in accordance with Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91, and a flight plan was not filed. The flight had departed SFF at 0904. In a report submitted to the National Transportation Safety Board investigator-in-charge (IIC), the pilot reported that after turning onto final approach to land, he observed another airplane just ahead landing on the same runway. The pilot further reported that he commenced a go-around as instructed by the air traffic control tower controller, during which he raised the landing gear, but left the flaps at 10 degrees. The pilot stated that after establishing himself on downwind he put the gear handle down, but at about the same time he experienced a complete electrical failure. The pilot added that with no gear down indication he continued the pattern, and that the airplane responded normally to power and flight controls. The pilot revealed that he descended to his normal touchdown height, and when the wheels did not touch the runway as expected he initiated a go-around in a left climbing turn back to pattern altitude where he tried a manual gear extension. The pilot reported that at this time the airplane would not roll out of the left turn, but in fact with full right stick and rudder, the airplane continued to a near 90-degree left bank. The pilot stated that he reduced power and lowered the nose enough to maintain airspeed just above a stall, then banked enough to get over to runway heading. The pilot added that when he was about 4 to 5 feet above the runway he brought the nose up just slightly and instantly the airplane stalled and collided with the edge of the runway, sliding to a stop on the runway surface. According to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airworthiness inspector who performed a post accident inspection of the airplane, the right-hand flap leading edge structure was located above the trailing edge of the wing’s surface, which resulted in an asymmetric flap condition. The inspector further reported substantial damage to the airplane’s left wing, damage to the propeller, and that all three landing gear had separated due to impact forces with the ground. On September 23, 2010, Lancair issued Service Bulletin SB073-0910, Flaps and Wing Skin Interface – 235,/320/360, Ref: 320/360 Build Manual, Chapters 9 & 10. The SB states, “All Lancair 235, 320, and 360’s with flaps hinged on the bottom of the wing skin must review Chapter 9 and 10 of the 320/360 build manual. Apparently there has been an instance where the flap can travel above the trailing edge of the wing, but only when the trailing edge is not stiffened as per the manual instructions.” The SB further states, “This service bulletin is an advisory requesting an inspection of the flaps and trailing edge interface on Lancair 235, 320 and 360 kit aircraft. Before the next flight, inspect flap hinge attachments and lower wing skin trailing edge structure for proper stiffness.” The SB also noted under the subheading Action: WARNING: Adequate clearances must be established and sufficient stiffness established such that the flaps upper rolled L.E. when fully deployed, will not have a tendency to flex upward and snag on the upper wing T.E. Such a condition could jam the flap and thus not allow retraction of the flap. This could be dangerous on an aborted landing and subsequent “go-around.” Check this closely.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:00 PDT
Nearest AirportFelts Field (0nm)
Runway03L
Runway Length4500 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftLancair 320 NO Series
Tail NumberN360N
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorLarry O Sundholm
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 71 · Third Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind50° @ 3 kt
Visibility12 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55
Altimeter29.93 inHg
Observation Time16:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data