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September 20, 2013 · Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecna P2002 Sierra JF · N619BV
Ridgely, MD
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 20, 2013
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Ridgely, MD
Aircraft
Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecna P2002 Sierra JF (2006)
Tail Number
N619BV
Operator
Csp Leasing
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA13CA423
According to the flight Instructor (CFI), he was demonstrating a soft field takeoff to the student pilot. The engine run-up and takeoff roll were uneventful. The CFI stated the airplane began to drift to left after liftoff from the runway. The CFI applied full right rudder but continued to drift left of runway centerline. Unable to climb, the CFI added that he saw 55 knots on the airspeed indicator prior to exiting the left side of runway. The CFI then decreased engine power, and collided with a parked hang glider on the grass taxiway, just prior to impacting terrain. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the firewall and right wing. The CFI reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The flight instructor's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
According to the flight Instructor (CFI), he was demonstrating a soft field takeoff to the student pilot. The engine run-up and takeoff roll were uneventful. The CFI stated the airplane began to drift to left after liftoff from the runway. The CFI applied full right rudder but continued to drift left of runway centerline. Unable to climb, the CFI added that he saw 55 knots on the airspeed indicator prior to exiting the left side of runway. The CFI then decreased engine power, and collided with a parked hang glider on the grass taxiway, just prior to impacting terrain. Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the firewall and right wing. The CFI reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:37 EDT
Nearest AirportRidgely Airpark (0nm NNE)
Runway30
Runway Length3214 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCostruzioni Aeronautiche Tecna P2002 Sierra JF
Tail NumberN619BV
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCsp Leasing
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912ULS · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 60 · Sprt · None
Crew 2Age 61 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind220° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 55
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time18:27
Weather SourceWFAC