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July 8, 2014 · Delconte Emidio J Kitfox Series V · N68KF
Cove, OR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 8, 2014
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Cove, OR
Aircraft
Delconte Emidio J Kitfox Series V (2012)
Tail Number
N68KF
Operator
Delconte Emidio J
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR14CA291
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a grass airstrip the right main landing gear of the tailwheel equipped airplane came in contact with standing water. The airplane veered to the right, which resulted in the left wingtip striking the ground. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing spar. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff when the airplane encountered standing water on the airstrip.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a grass airstrip the right main landing gear of the tailwheel equipped airplane came in contact with standing water. The airplane veered to the right, which resulted in the left wingtip striking the ground. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing spar. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:30 PDT
Nearest AirportMinam Lodge (14nm NNE)
Runway36
Runway Length2000 ft
Runway Width40 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftDelconte Emidio J Kitfox Series V
Tail NumberN68KF
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDelconte Emidio J
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-235-J2B · Reciprocating · 125
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 67 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO