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May 23, 2015 · Rogers Homer/Rogers Sheila RV 6A A · N3086Q
Lorain/Elyria, OH
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 23, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Lorain/Elyria, OH
Aircraft
Rogers Homer/Rogers Sheila RV 6A A (1998)
Tail Number
N3086Q
Operator
Kevin P Mcginty
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA093
The pilot reported that during the landing flare, the left wing lifted up and the stall warning horn sounded. He stated the airplane immediately descended, impacted the ground, and slid off the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane attitude control during the landing flare, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, hard landing, and runway excursion.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the landing flare, the left wing lifted up and the stall warning horn sounded. He stated the airplane immediately descended, impacted the ground, and slid off the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:00 EDT
Nearest AirportLorain County Rgnl (5nm WSW)
Runway25
Runway Length5002 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRogers Homer/Rogers Sheila RV 6A A
Tail NumberN3086Q
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorKevin P Mcginty
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-B2A · Reciprocating · 160
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 60 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 34 C
Altimeter30.42 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC