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August 11, 2012 · Gage Midget Mustang MM-1 · N41831
Erie, CO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 11, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Erie, CO
Aircraft
Gage Midget Mustang MM-1
Tail Number
N41831
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN12CA537
The pilot reported that he had just purchased the single-seat airplane and that he had discussed the operation of the airplane with the previous owner. The pilot stated that this was the first flight in the airplane for him; the wind was calm when he lined up for takeoff, and as he started the takeoff roll, a left quartering wind blew the airplane off the runway. The pilot further stated that once the airplane’s wheel got onto the grass, he was unable to correct the turn. The airplane continued off the runway, impacted a ditch, and nosed over, coming to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to its vertical stabilizer and fuselage during the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he had just purchased the single-seat airplane and that he had discussed the operation of the airplane with the previous owner. The pilot stated that this was the first flight in the airplane for him; the wind was calm when he lined up for takeoff and as he started the takeoff roll, a left quartering wind blew the airplane off the runway. The pilot further stated that once the airplane’s wheel got onto the grass he was unable to correct the turn. The airplane continued off the runway, impacted a ditch, and nosed over, coming to rest inverted. The airplane received substantial damage to its vertical stabilizer and fuselage during the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 MDT
Nearest AirportErie Muncipal (0nm)
Runway33
Runway Length4700 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftGage Midget Mustang MM-1
Tail NumberN41831
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-290 SERIES · Reciprocating · 140
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 40 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 10 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point41 C
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time20:15
Weather SourceWFAC