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July 4, 2011 · Skytrails Lsa Predator · N5358Z
Coldspring, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 4, 2011
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Coldspring, TX
Aircraft
Skytrails Lsa Predator
Tail Number
N5358Z
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN11CA445
During initial climb the powered-parachute experienced an unexplained loss of altitude as it passed over a tree line that bordered the hayfield used for the takeoff. The airframe was substantially damaged as it impacted trees and the roof of an occupied residence and fell to the ground. No one on the ground was injured. According to the pilot there were no preimpact mechanical anomalies with the powered parachute and the engine produced full power throughout the event.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate consideration of obstructions on his flight path and inability to maintain altitude following an unexplained loss of lift.
Full Narrative
During initial climb the powered-parachute experienced an unexplained loss of altitude as it passed over a tree line that bordered the hayfield used for the takeoff. The airframe was substantially damaged as it impacted trees and the roof of an occupied residence and fell to the ground. No one on the ground was injured. According to the sport pilot there were no pre-impact mechanical anomalies with the powered parachute and the engine produced full power throughout the entire event
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time07:25 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway19
Runway Length1000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSkytrails Lsa Predator
Tail NumberN5358Z
Aircraft CategoryPpar
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 582 · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 57 · None · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind220° @ 2 kt
Visibility7 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter29.96 inHg
Observation Time12:00
Weather SourcePILO