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October 18, 2011 · Moyes Bailey Dragonfly · N103ST
Massey, MD
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 18, 2011
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Massey, MD
Aircraft
Moyes Bailey Dragonfly
Tail Number
N103ST
Operator
Ralph S De Groodt
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA12CA042
The pilot stated that this was his first time flying the light sport airplane, and he was getting familiarized with the airplane’s flight and landing characteristics. He completed one uneventful landing. On the second landing, he did not maintain airspeed, and the airplane stalled just before touchdown. A witness reported that, as the airplane was approaching to land, its right wing dropped and impacted the ground. The airplane then spun toward the right before the nose section impacted the ground and sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Airspeed-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that this was his first time flying the light sport airplane and just completed the first landing. He was getting familiarized with the airplane’s flight and landing characteristics. On the second landing, he permitted the airspeed low and the airplane stalled just prior to touchdown. A witness observed the airplane as it was approaching to land, its right wing dropped, impacting the ground. It then spun towards the right before the nose section impacted the ground; incurring substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 EDT
Nearest AirportMassey Aerodrome (0nm)
Runway09
Runway Length1000 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMoyes Bailey Dragonfly
Tail NumberN103ST
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRalph S De Groodt
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 582UL DCDI · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 76 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 63 F
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time19:00
Weather SourcePILO