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May 4, 2015 · Watson David E Skybolt NO Series · N88FX
Carson City, NV
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 4, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Carson City, NV
Aircraft
Watson David E Skybolt NO Series (1986)
Tail Number
N88FX
Operator
Scronce Anthony W
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA060
The pilot landing the tailwheel-equipped biplane reported he was unable to correct for winds after touchdown and decided to abort the landing. During takeoff the biplane's left lower wing struck a taxiway sign. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Safety Inspector performed a subsequent examination of the biplane, and documented and photographed substantial damage to the bottom left wing spar. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot landing the tailwheel-equipped biplane reported he was unable to correct for winds after touchdown and decided to abort the landing. During takeoff the biplane's left lower wing struck a taxiway sign. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Safety Inspector performed a subsequent examination of the biplane, and documented and photographed substantial damage to the bottom left wing spar. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:35 PDT
Nearest AirportCarson City Airport (0nm SE)
Runway09
Runway Length6100 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftWatson David E Skybolt NO Series
Tail NumberN88FX
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorScronce Anthony W
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-A1A · Reciprocating · 230
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 47 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 32 C
Altimeter29.97 inHg
Observation Time16:35
Weather SourceWFAC