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November 13, 2015 · Sweeney Timothy J RANS S6-ES · N688KA
Winter Haven, FL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 13, 2015
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Winter Haven, FL
Aircraft
Sweeney Timothy J RANS S6-ES (2009)
Tail Number
N688KA
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA053
The pilot reported that during an intentional landing on the grass parallel to an asphalt runway, he touched down fast and bounced "slightly." He then became distracted when another pilot reported over the radio that a coyote was crossing the runway. Subsequently, he "let the nose wheel down too early and too quickly." The nose gear collapsed and the airplane nosed over. The vertical stabilizer was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Incorrect use/operation - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during an intentional landing on the grass parallel to an asphalt runway, he touched down fast and bounced "slightly." He then became distracted when another pilot reported over the radio that a coyote was crossing the runway. Subsequently, he "let the nose wheel down too early and too quickly." The nose gear collapsed and the airplane nosed over. The vertical stabilizer was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:30 EST
Nearest AirportWinter Haven'S Gilbert (0nm E)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSweeney Timothy J RANS S6-ES
Tail NumberN688KA
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912UL · Reciprocating · 80
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 62 · Sprt · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC