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July 21, 2012 · Aerotrek A220 · N216V
Bremerton, WA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 21, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Bremerton, WA
Aircraft
Aerotrek A220
Tail Number
N216V
Operator
Michael L Hersey
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR12CA338
The pilot reported that after touchdown in the tailwheel-equipped airplane a gust of wind lifted the airplane’s right wing, turning it to the left. The pilot added full power to attempt a go-around; however, the airplane continued to the left and became airborne about 90 degrees from the runway heading. The airplane touched back down on the grass and collided with a ditch, which resulted in substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that after touchdown in the tailwheel equipped airplane, a gust of wind lifted the airplane’s right wing, turning it to the left. The pilot added full power to attempt a go-around; however, the airplane continued to the left and became airborne approximately 90 degrees from runway heading. The airplane touched back down on the grass and collided with a ditch, which resulted in substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operations.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 PDT
Nearest AirportBremerton National Airport (1nm)
Runway19
Runway Length6000 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAerotrek A220
Tail NumberN216V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorMichael L Hersey
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912 ULS 2 · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 58 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind60° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time22:35
Weather SourceWFAC