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September 6, 2012 · Holloman L B/Holloman E M Sonex · N484PC
Chapmansboro, TN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 6, 2012
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Chapmansboro, TN
Aircraft
Holloman L B/Holloman E M Sonex
Tail Number
N484PC
Operator
Jerry Travis
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA12CA551
The pilot stated that the purpose of the flight was to conduct takeoffs and landings in the airport traffic pattern; he had not flown the airplane for 6 months. Prior to initiating the departure, the pilot confirmed that the flight control and flap systems were operating normally. Just after takeoff, the airplane banked "hard" to the left, and the pilot applied full right rudder and aileron control inputs to correct. The pilot reduced engine power and leveled the wings, and the airplane subsequently impacted trees. The pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. According to a local weather observation facility, wind was reported as calm at the time of the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Lateral/bank control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that the purpose of the flight was to conduct takeoffs and landings in the airport traffic pattern. Prior to initiating his departure, he confirmed the flight control and flap systems were operating normally. Just after takeoff, the airplane banked "hard" to the left, and the pilot applied full right rudder and aileron control inputs to correct. The pilot reduced engine power and leveled the wings, and the airplane subsequently impacted trees. During a telephone interview, the pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. According to a local weather observation facility, winds were reported as calm at the time of the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 CDT
Nearest AirportWhifferdill Airport (0nm)
Runway20
Runway Length3200 ft
Runway Width200 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftHolloman L B/Holloman E M Sonex
Tail NumberN484PC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorJerry Travis
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsJabiru · 3300 · Reciprocating · 120
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 73 · Sprt · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Observation Time22:30
Weather SourceWFAC