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July 17, 2013 · Boeing B75N1 · N5815V
Woodruff, SC
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 17, 2013
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Woodruff, SC
Aircraft
Boeing B75N1
Tail Number
N5815V
Operator
Cumulus Holdings
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA13CA324
After making a low pass over the airport, the pilot of the vintage aerobatic biplane initiated a “stall turn” in order to reverse direction. During the climb portion of the maneuver, the airplane “did not achieve the required altitude for a safe recovery due to the extra weight of [the] passenger.” During the descent and attempted recovery from the maneuver, the right wing impacted a tree and the airplane subsequently impacted the ground, and came to rest inverted. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the upper and lower wings, fuselage, and vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures of the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s decision to initiate a stall maneuver at a low altitude, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and inadvertent collision with trees and terrain.
Full Narrative
After making a low pass over the airport, the pilot of the vintage aerobatic biplane initiated a “stall turn” in order to reverse direction. During the climb portion of the maneuver, the airplane “did not achieve the required altitude for a safe recovery due to the extra weight of [the] passenger.” During the descent and attempted recovery from the maneuver, the right wing impacted a tree and the airplane subsequently impacted the ground, and came to rest inverted. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the upper and lower wings, fuselage, and vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures of the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:15 EDT
Nearest AirportTriple Tree Airport (0nm)
Runway21
Runway Length7000 ft
Runway Width400 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBoeing B75N1
Tail NumberN5815V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCumulus Holdings
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · R680-8 · Reciprocating · 225
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 55 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind50° @ 3 kt
Visibility7 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.17 inHg
Observation Time22:15
Weather SourceWFAC