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August 29, 2015 · Air Creation Usa Skypper NO Series · N534AC
Stow, MA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 29, 2015
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Stow, MA
Aircraft
Air Creation Usa Skypper NO Series (2014)
Tail Number
N534AC
Operator
Air America
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA253
The flight instructor in the weight shift control aircraft reported that during the takeoff roll on an asphalt runway, the pilot receiving instruction over-controlled the steering pedals and the aircraft tipped over. The instructor stated that the accident sequence occurred instantly and that he did not have time to apply corrective measures. The weight shift control aircraft sustained substantial damage to the keel, control frame, and leading edge tube. The flight instructor reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The student pilot's improper directional control inputs during the takeoff roll, resulting in a roll over and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The flight instructor in the weight shift control aircraft reported that during the takeoff roll on an asphalt runway, the pilot receiving instruction over-controlled the steering pedals and the aircraft tipped over. The instructor stated that the accident sequence occurred instantly and that he did not have time to apply corrective measures. The weight shift control aircraft sustained substantial damage to the keel, control frame, and leading edge tube. The flight instructor reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:00 EDT
Nearest AirportMinute Man Air Field (0nm SSE)
Runway21
Runway Length2770 ft
Runway Width48 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAir Creation Usa Skypper NO Series
Tail NumberN534AC
Aircraft CategoryWsft
DamageSubstantial
OperatorAir America
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · ULS/912 · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 55 · First Class · Minor
Crew 2Age 68 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54
Altimeter30.11 inHg
Observation Time20:52
Weather SourceWFAC