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January 29, 2015 · Schneider Richard J Alaskan Bushmaster NO Series · N36NC
Newburg, OR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 29, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Newburg, OR
Aircraft
Schneider Richard J Alaskan Bushmaster NO Series (1998)
Tail Number
N36NC
Operator
Sanderson Michael E
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR15CA097
The pilot stated that he was taking off in a southerly direction from a narrow, tree lined airstrip. During the takeoff roll, sunlight restricted his visibility. The airplane drifted left and subsequently came into contact with numerous juvenile fir trees along the side of the runway. The contact with the trees resulted in substantial leading edge damage to both wings, and the fuselage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane or engine.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll into sunlight, which restricted his visibility.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he was taking off in a southerly direction from a narrow, tree lined airstrip. During the takeoff roll, sunlight restricted his visibility. The airplane drifted left and subsequently came into contact with numerous juvenile fir trees along the side of the runway. The contact with the trees resulted in substantial leading edge damage to both wings, and the fuselage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane or engine.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:30 PST
Nearest AirportSTANJOST (0nm)
Runway19
Runway Length900 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSchneider Richard J Alaskan Bushmaster NO Series
Tail NumberN36NC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSanderson Michael E
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-540-G4B5 · Reciprocating · 250
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 55 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind330° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point57 / 45 C
Altimeter30.26 inHg
Observation Time22:53
Weather SourceWFAC