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April 30, 2015 · Aero Sp Z O O AT 4 LSA NO Series · N344UA
Colorado Springs, CO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 30, 2015
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury), 1 uninjured
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Aircraft
Aero Sp Z O O AT 4 LSA NO Series (2008)
Tail Number
N344UA
Operator
Springs Aviation
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA053
The Flight Instructor (CFI) piloting the airplane reported he was not performing aerobatic maneuvers; however, a review of the onboard airplane video by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Safety Inspector revealed that the pilot had been performing aerobatic maneuvers in an airplane not certified for aerobatic flight. During the flight, the airplane entered a spin, descended uncontrolled, and impacted a creek bank. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the engine compartment, wings, fuselage, and tail section. The pilot stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to flight, which would have prevented normal airplane operations. According to Aero Sp. Z.O.O AT-4 LSA Pilot Operating Handbook, aerobatics and intentional spins are prohibited.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to perform aerobatic maneuvers in an airplane not certified for aerobatic flight, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The Flight Instructor (CFI) piloting the airplane reported he was not performing aerobatic maneuvers; however, a review of the onboard airplane video by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Safety Inspector revealed that the pilot had been performing aerobatic maneuvers in an airplane not certified for aerobatic flight. During the flight, the airplane entered a spin, descended uncontrolled, and impacted a creek bank. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the engine compartment, wings, fuselage, and tail section. The pilot stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to flight, which would have prevented normal airplane operations. According to Aero Sp. Z.O.O AT-4 LSA Pilot Operating Handbook, aerobatics and intentional spins are prohibited.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:10 MDT
Nearest Airport14nm NW
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAero Sp Z O O AT 4 LSA NO Series
Tail NumberN344UA
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSprings Aviation
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsBombardier Rotax · 912ULS · Reciprocating · 93
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury), 1 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured1
Total2
Crew 1Age 35 · First Class · Minor
Crew 2Age 18 · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind120° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point68 F / 28 C
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time23:54
Weather SourceWFAC